Accountant

Role Summary:

Quantum Signal AI, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, is seeking a detail-oriented, and collaborative Accountant to join our Finance team. This role supports a wide range of functions, including transaction processing, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, budgeting support, and ensuring compliance through internal controls and tax reporting

Location:

We are located in Saline, Michigan. This position is in-person to encourage a culture of collaboration.

What You’ll Do:

Core Accounting & Transaction Processing

• Maintain the general ledger and process financial transactions in accordance with GAAP, including:
  • Accounts payable, credit card transactions, invoicing, and journal entries
  • Payment processing, including ACH, wire transfers, and credit card management
• Record and reconcile financial transactions 
• Monitor and maintain accurate records for all fixed assets, including depreciation calculations and property tax reporting

Financial Reporting & Budgeting

• Prepare and distribute monthly internal financial reports and ad-hoc analyses
• Compile and submit monthly financial reporting to Ford, act as a liaison to the Ford finance team
• Support the company-wide forecasting and budgeting process
• Track project accounting and ensuring accuracy of cost allocations 

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Conduct internal controls testing and maintain documentation for compliance with Ford and internal policies
• Participate in internal audits and update processes and procedures as operations evolve
• Ensure ongoing tax reporting and compliance for use tax, income tax, payroll tax, and R&D tax credits

Process Improvement & Documentation

• Maintain and update desk procedures, the Finance Manual, and internal Wiki and SharePoint pages
• Contribute to ongoing process improvements and documentation as operations and compliance standards evolve

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 3+ years of experience in accounting
• Proficiency with accounting systems 
• Experience with budgeting, reporting, and internal audits 
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills 
• Ability to coordinate across departments and with external partners

Bonus Points For:

• SAGE Intacct experience
• CPA firm experience

What You’ll Get:

• Annual Bonus based on individual performance
• Immediate health, dental, and vision coverage options for you and your family
• Health and dependent care FSA
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid holidays and generous PTO based on years of relevant experience
• Flexible schedule options
• Learning and development assistance
• Ford AXZ-Plan vehicle discounts
• A relaxed, fun community and environment in which to solve interesting problems  
• Other perks to fuel creativity such as an on-site gymnasium, free drinks and snacks, and a variety of optional team activities 

Candidates for positions with Quantum Signal AI must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About QSAI:

Founded in 1999, Quantum Signal grew up developing intelligent algorithms and AI. As our engineering R&D services expanded, we later sharpened our focus on applications and technology related to mobility, sensing, perception, autonomy, and simulation. In 2019 we became Quantum Signal AI, a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, developing technologies to advance their R&D efforts. We build solutions to enhance the capability, robustness, safety, and acceptance of intelligent ground vehicles in an effort to make transportation more effective and efficient for all.

Our HQ in the historic Union School in Saline, MI is the perfect playground to develop this cutting-edge technology and we’re always looking for smart folks who like new challenges, learning new skills, and technical variety.