Technical Accounting Manager

The Technical Accounting Manager is a key member of the Corporate Accounting organization and serves as a subject‑matter expert on complex accounting and reporting matters under IFRS. This role is responsible for researching, interpreting, and applying accounting guidance to complex business transactions, leading technical accounting projects, and ensuring consistent, compliant accounting treatment across Stellantis and its subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Accounting & Advisory

• Research, assess, interpret, and document complex accounting issues under IFRS, including but not limited to revenue recognition, business combinations, joint ventures, derivatives, leases, government incentives, asset impairments, provisions, and restructuring activities
• Prepare and review formal technical accounting position papers to support accounting conclusions for significant non-routine transactions and business arrangements ensuring alignment with applicable accounting standards and internal policies
• Serve as a primary technical accounting advisor to Corporate Accounting and Finance teams, translating complex accounting guidance into clear, practical recommendations for non‑finance stakeholders

Training & Knowledge Sharing

• Design, prepare, and deliver formal accounting training sessions for Corporate Accounting and other Finance teams
• Provide ongoing, on‑the‑job coaching and technical education to build organizational accounting knowledge and capability

Special Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and participate in special projects involving complex or unique business situations, organizational initiatives, or process enhancements
• Identify opportunities to improve technical accounting processes, documentation quality, and knowledge sharing across the organization

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is ideal for an experienced CPA who is intellectually curious, collaborative, and motivated to grow. 

Location(s)

Auburn Hills, MI, USA

Requirements

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related degree
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent international designation required
• Minimum of 5 years of combined experience in public accounting and private industry accounting (Big 4 or large regional firm preferred)
• Experience researching, documenting, and concluding on complex technical accounting issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex accounting topics to non‑finance business partners and executive leadership
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including preparation of executive‑level materials

Preferred Experience: 

• Master's Degree or MBA
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS, with the ability to apply principles to non‑standard and evolving business transactions
• Experience operating in a large, complex, multinational or publicly traded company environment preferred

Employment Type

Full-time

Stellantis

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

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