Inside the Role
We design, operate, and oversee DTNA’s finance operational processes. As a trusted business partner, we ensure transparency while providing operational guidance and services. We are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the future of our organization and customers. Continuous improvement is embedded in our DNA making our work simple, faster, and stronger.If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your analytical skills, accounts payable and receivable knowledge and creative ideas to help develop sustainable solutions that benefit numerous Daimler Truck group companies, then this is the role for you! You will collaborate closely with vendors and customers (domestic and international), the Shared Service Center, and internal partners including Controlling, IT, Business Solutions, Aftermarket, and Plant Operations.
Posting Information
We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.
We Take Care of Our Team
Position offers a starting salary range of $78,000 - $100,000 USD
Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience
Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 15 calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.
What You Drive at DTNA
Account Reconciliation
- Guide Shared-Service-Center team as the first escalation point and facilitate between team and affiliate partners to resolve issues impacting Intercompany operations.
- Utilize the monthly Affiliate Statement Database and Aged Trial Balance Report to assess ongoing issues and coordinate follow-up efforts with related affiliates.
- Review and approve month end reconciliations performed by Shared-Service-Center staff as part of the monthly affiliate Balance Notification and Confirmation process.
Account Processing
- Act as the first escalation point for complex transactions beyond Shared Service Center capabilities.
- Support the Team Lead in identifying and evaluating opportunities for automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and timeliness.
- Review regular operational reporting and Key Performance Indicators (“KPIs”) prepared by offshore staff, and act as a local Subject Matter Expert (“SME”) in case of issue escalation.
Dispute Management
- Identify, initiate and resolve billing disputes with affiliate entities.
- Ensure affiliate dispute feedback is reviewed consistently and escalate appropriately.
- Prepare analysis of dispute types and underlying reasons to assess potential system or process improvements.
Inbound and Outbound Invoice Handling
- Monitor SAP interfaces for errors related to inbound group and affiliate invoices.
- Work with IT and SAP Support teams to resolve ongoing issues or system defects, as needed.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of invoice mapping documentation required by Basware to ensure correct interfacing of invoices to SAP/cbFC.
- Submit and monitor tickets with service provider Basware, as necessary.
System and Process Expert
- Collaborate with Finance Analytics and Business Solutions teams to develop new and enhance existing reports and transactions
- Ensure familiarity with relevant systems (cbFC, Paragon, TIC, Basware, OPEN, BancPay, SNOW) and understanding of interface landscape and data flow.
- Help identify system break/fix issues as they arise and create ServiceNow tickets to drive changes and enhance systems with permanent fixes.
- Support root cause analysis and deep dive into the errors with other Key Users and IT members. Support User Acceptance Testing for system changes related to Intercompany Accounting Collaborate with upstream teams and IT on KPIs and metrics to keep the IC operations running within desired efficiency.
- Support the research of relevant new finance operational policies and/or procedures.
- Collaborate with business partners on process and/or system improvements, assist in the setting up of relevant systems specific to area.
Project Work
- Participate in implementing new business processes because of changes in business or operational requirements for specific area of responsibility. This includes CI, GO2030 strategic initiatives and Technology Revolution projects.
- Support cross-functional initiatives to integrate, automate, and optimize Intercompany Accounting processes with upstream and downstream business partners—making them simpler, faster, and stronger.
Training
- Support Team Lead in consulting and training business partners and team members on Intercompany Accounting processes.
- Review and regularly update Standard Work Instructions, Desktop Procedures and training documentation.
Internal Controls
- Perform analysis and testing of Internal Controls related to Intercompany Accounting processes and ensure that the necessary controls are documented and tested in accordance with the Company's internal requirements.
Knowledge You Should Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
- 2–4 years of hands-on accounting or finance operations experience
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, including Accounts Payable and/or Receivable processes.
- Ability to problem-solve, perform root cause analysis to define mitigating measures.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, clearly summarizing information for team and business partners, supported with data-driven analysis.
- Cross-functional collaboration to drive results aligned with department strategy in a fast-paced environment.
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
- Excellent customer service skills Experience in contributing to or participating in projects
Exceptional Candidates Might Have
- Previous experience in the manufacturing/OEM industry
- Solid understanding of IT interfaces, data flow between systems and error resolution
- Knowledge of IFRS guidelines
- Experience working with ERP systems and invoice/interface workflows, including error monitoring and resolution
- Experience working with shared service or offshore teams and cross-functional partners (e.g., IT, Finance)
- Experience identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies, disputes, or transactional issues
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Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.Schedule Type:
Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.
That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.
Additional Information
- This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
- Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
- Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
- Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
- EEO - Disabled/Veterans
Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.
