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Posting Start Date : 8 / 22 / 25

Job Location (Short) :

Chicago, Illinois, USA, 60631

Requisition ID : 33895

Onsite or Remote : Onsite Position

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Job Overview

Serve as a strategic business partner to the Forklift Company Stores leadership team to provide insightful findings and recommendations and help to drive the strategy, goals, and objectives of the company. Leadership teams include President Forklift, General Manager, Director of Product Support, Director of Sales & Director of Corporate Planning. This includes initiating and driving process improvements, leading projects, and proactively communicating to ensure we deliver on our financial commitments.

Lead and manage the finance and accounting function for Komatsu Forklift Company Stores. This includes managing the day-to-day finance and accounting function including accounts receivable and accounts payable, month end close, budget and outlooks, and management support while also playing a key project management role in developing and maintaining sound policies & procedures and effective controls.

Business Partner to the Forklift leadership team including the President Forklift NA to provide analysis, insights and recommendations and help to drive the strategy, goals, and objectives of the company. This includes initiating and driving process improvements, leading projects, and proactively communicating to ensure we deliver on our financial commitments.

Maintain accurate and timely financial reporting including Balance Sheet, P&L, and cash flow. Ensure that accounting and financial reporting processes and systems meet company internal controls standards

Komatsu Forklift Stores generates annual revenue of approximately $50M primarily from the the sale, rental and support of new and used Forklift equipment in the Atlanta, Chicago and Southern California company stores.

This position is responsible for management of Komatsu (KAC) finance and controllership function and manages a staff of 5 people

Drive and outline the needs of business stakeholders and define financials reports to support the business. Collaborate with other finance stakeholders to ensure alignment and consistency.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Manage the day to day accounting and finance function of Komatsu Forklift Company Stores. Complete all monthly, quarterly and year-end closings, provide accurate and timely reporting of financial information to local teams, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Tax, and internal / external auditors. Manage accounting policies and practices in accordance with USGAAP. Maintain strong internal controls and evaluates it effectiveness. Manage, drive and work with internal and external auditors. Work with Information Systems Department on systems processes and i ssues
• Serve as the finance business Partner to the Forklift leadership team(s) to provide insights and recommendations and help to drive the strategy, goals, and objectives of the company. This includes initiating and driving process improvements, leading projects and proactively communicating to deliver on our financial commitments. Prepare monthly financial reporting package for key stakeholders. This includes timely and accurate reporting against budget and forecast in addition to driving efforts to understand root causes of variances and establish recovery actions when necessary. Through the integration process, drive and outline the needs of business stakeholders and define financials reports to support and drive the business.Collaborate with other finance stakeholders to ensure alignment and consistency.
• Develop, drive and manage the budget and outlook process for all respective locations and segments. Work with leadership team to drive and achieve annual financial plan and profitability objectives. Conduct financial analysis at the highest level to interpret trends, variances from budgets and standards. Provide forward Business Plan analysis and projections.
• Develop, mentor, and supervise the department's staff providing goals and objectives in alignment with the company and finance / accounting vision and strategy. Monitor staff performance providing timely and constructive feedback and evaluate department organizational effectiveness. Ensures the adequate training of departmental personnel for operating skills.
• In conjunction with Equipment Sales & Marketing and Product Support senior managers, manages ROIC including inventory levels to maximize cash flow, profitability and adherence to company standards. Manages, reviews and monitors the capital expenditure budgets and investment process.
• Performs adhoc requests and analysis required to achieve company goals and increase overall company profitability. Must be able to apply the seven principles of the KOMATSU Way to their everyday work activities where applicable.

Qualifications / Requirements

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Customer Service Skills

Oral and Written Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

Planning / Organizing Skills

Professionalism

Quality

Quantity

Safety

Adaptability

Additional Information

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Policies and Procedures

Work Environment

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $125,000 - $140,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com .

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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