Manager of Retail Loan & Lease Accounting Projects

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future

Who we’re looking for

Toyota Financial Services Accounting Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Manager, Retail Loan & Lease Accounting Projects.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead day-to-day project management for the Accounting department, acting as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders to drive process improvements and reporting excellence.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Accounting Projects and Reporting, the person in this role will support the Accounting Department's objective to streamline business processes, prioritize critical initiatives, and provide actionable insights to the Accounting Executive team.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will be the heartbeat of our project operations, ensuring that our most critical accounting initiatives move from concept to production with precision. Success means you have successfully aligned cross-functional teams, optimized our reporting workflows, and empowered our leadership to make data-driven decisions through clear, prioritized project planning.

• Lead strategic projects by owning the day-to-day project management lifecycle, partnering with Domains and business teams to establish clear timelines, capacity plans, and actionable milestones.
• Translate complex accounting and reporting needs into clear requirements that technical teams can turn into production-ready solutions.
• Drive prioritization with Accounting and Domain leadership so resources stay focused on the initiatives with the greatest business impact.
• Champion process improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and leverage automation across the department.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings that build alignment, transparency, and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of relevant, progressive experience managing complex projects and reporting requirements.
• Project management expertise with experience guiding work from intake and planning through final delivery.
• A strong knowledge of IFRS or GAAP accounting principles.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience guiding teams, supporting decision-making, and communicating effectively with senior leadership.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical details into clear business language for executive stakeholders.
• An analytical mindset and a proactive approach to solving problems related to data, reporting, and process improvement.

Added bonus if you have

• Advanced degree or a Master’s degree.
• CPA certification.
• A Project Management (PMP) certification.
• Accounting operations and strategic project management experience
• Experience with reporting tools such as Tableau that helps you deliver insights faster and more effectively.

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.