Accounting Manager - Pension & Benefits

remote type

Hybrid

locations

Portland, OR US

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted Today

time left to apply

End Date: August 1, 2026 (7 days left to apply)

job requisition id

DT-18940

Inside the Role

The Pensions & Benefits Manager role is responsible for the accounting, reporting, and management of personnel and fringe benefit costs and activities. This role manages payroll, fringe benefit, pension, and expatriate accounting, as well as fringe rate setting, investment management, and regulatory functions for the pension and 401(k) retirement trusts. This role works cross-functionally with the Our People Team, Manufacturing Controlling, and financial reporting business partners and manages vendor relationships with actuaries, investment managers, investment advisors, and auditors.

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 $128,000 - $164,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include annual variable pay bonus program; eligible for the use of a company vehicle; 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age.; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health care 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

Coordinate and facilitate Investment Committee and sub-committee meetings, activities, and agenda items

Partner with external advisors to drive & implement retirement trust investment strategy and ensure alignment with industry best practices

Perform investment manager due diligence

Coordinate with the custodian bank, including monitoring and rebalancing retirement trusts, and overseeing payment and wire processing

Oversee pension & retiree medical actuarial services, including rebalancing, expense, pension funding, and project-based activities

Coordinate plan benefit audits and regulatory filings for retirement plans and trusts

Partner with global pension, healthcare, and treasury employees on key benefit topics and recommendations

Management of payroll, fringe, pension, retiree medical, and expatriate accounting activities, including oversight of month-end close, review of key accounting entries and reconciliations, and resolution of complex accounting matters.

Lead, coach, and develop team members by providing clear direction, regular feedback, and support for professional growth.

Support internal and external auditors to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and adherence to internal procedures

Cross-functionally manage the fringe rate setting and review process in partnership with Controlling, OPT, and other business stakeholders

Oversight and approval of benefit vendor expenses

Ensure key investment, contribution, and GL reconciliations are completed and accurate

Evaluate the team’s key internal controls to ensure necessary controls are in place, documented, and tested in accordance with the Company’s internal requirements

Serve as a key business partner across accounting, controlling, finance operations, CPR, and OPT teams.

Knowledge you Should Bring

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or related field required.

8+ years of progressive experience in accounting, pension administration, employee benefits accounting, treasury, or finance operations.

3+ years of leadership experience managing accounting, investment management, finance, or benefits professionals or related experience.

Strong accounting and financial reporting background, including experience reviewing and approving complex accounting entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules.

Experience with employee benefit, pension, payroll, or related accounting functions

Strong analytical, project management, and business partnering skills.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

Strong working knowledge of IFRS accounting related to pensions, post-retirement benefits, payroll, and employee benefit plans.

Investment committee, retirement plan governance, or institutional investment oversight experience

Understanding of actuarial concepts

CPA

Experience with payroll accounting and fringe rate development

Manufacturing or complex corporate environment experience

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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 for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

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

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.