What are the responsibilities and job description for the AVP Financial Reporting position at GM Financial?
Overview
Why GM Financial?
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.
At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.
Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters
The AVP Financial Reporting is responsible for the preparation of annual and quarterly SEC reports, preparation of parent company required reporting and review investor presentations. This team member will be the main point of contact with General Motors SEC Reporting for requests/questions. This team member will ensure that all actions are executed within the parameters, objective and guidelines established by management. This team member is responsible for the mentoring and management of the Financial Reporting Managers and Analysts.
Responsibilities
About the role:
VP Financial Reporting US
Qualifications
What makes you a dream candidate:
Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture. We have an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than. work — we thrive.
Compensation: Competitive salary and bonus eligibility; this role is eligible for company vehicle program.
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 3-days a week in office.
Why GM Financial?
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.
At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.
Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters
The AVP Financial Reporting is responsible for the preparation of annual and quarterly SEC reports, preparation of parent company required reporting and review investor presentations. This team member will be the main point of contact with General Motors SEC Reporting for requests/questions. This team member will ensure that all actions are executed within the parameters, objective and guidelines established by management. This team member is responsible for the mentoring and management of the Financial Reporting Managers and Analysts.
Responsibilities
About the role:
- Supervise the preparation and review the annual and quarterly SEC filings on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and other SEC filings
- Liaison between GM and GM Financial SEC Reporting teams
- Review SEC filings for compliance with XBRL requirements
- Coordinate with the external auditors and Financial Assurance team on quarterly reviews and year-end audits
- Partner with Technical Accounting, GM and other teams to interpret, document and implement new and/or revised FASB standards and SEC regulations, as well as the accounting treatment for new or existing products and transactions
- Collaborate with Investor Relations team on quarterly earnings releases and investor's presentations
- Review financial information for unsecured debt transactions
- Supervise, mentor and develop assigned personnel; allocates work and makes decisions regarding employment, training and development, performance appraisals and disciplinary actions
- Responsible for creating efficiencies to reduce time frame for deliverables and leading transformation initiatives that impact the financial reporting function
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Conform with all company policies and procedures
VP Financial Reporting US
Qualifications
What makes you a dream candidate:
- Advanced knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Extensive knowledge of FASB standards and SEC regulations
- Must understand XBRL reporting requirements
- Must understand and be able to prepare financial statements
- Working knowledge of Oracle accounting software, Cognos and Workiva (WDesk/WData/Connected Sheets) preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Critical thinking and analytical skills
- Strong time management, ability to establish priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Must be detail-oriented
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, including ad hoc projects, while coaching/supervising staff
- Computer literacy to include Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
- 7-10 years public accounting and/or corporate accounting experience required
- 5-7 years SEC reporting/ technical accounting / preparing financial statements
- 5-7 management or leadership experience
- Experience in financial services industry preferred
- CPA, active license status Upon Hire
Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture. We have an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than. work — we thrive.
Compensation: Competitive salary and bonus eligibility; this role is eligible for company vehicle program.
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 3-days a week in office.
