Financial Controller (Korean Bilingual)

SBT Global, Inc.

$150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Korean bilingual required
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • 2+ years in a supervisory or managerial role preferred
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Experience in distribution, CPG, or retail accounting preferred
  • Strong Excel skills (advanced functions required)
  • ERP system experience required
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage full month-end and year-end closing process
  • Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
  • Ensure timely preparation of financial statements
  • Oversee accounting for major retail accounts
  • Monitor chargebacks, deductions, and promotional allowances
  • Prepare internal management reports and variance analysis
  • Monitor AR aging and deduction exposure
  • Supervise accounting staff and improve ERP workflows

Benefits

  • Fast-growing multi-brand environment
  • Opportunity to impact financial processes
  • Collaboration across operational and strategic functions
  • Possibility for future leadership opportunities
  • Engagement with major retail accounts
  • Emphasis on best practices and process optimization
Full Job Description
On Site Salary: $150,000 DOE Bilingual Korean required We are seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Controller to lead month-end closing, financial reporting, and internal controls for a fast-growing multi-brand distribution business. This role will oversee the integrity of financial statements, ensure timely and accurate reporting, and partner cross-functionally to support operational and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate has strong GAAP knowledge, distribution/CPG experience, and hands-on experience managing complex retail accounting environments. Job Description 1. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting • Lead and manage full month-end and year-end closing process • Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations • Ensure timely preparation of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) • Maintain close calendar and improve closing efficiency • Review revenue recognition and COGS accuracy 2. Retail & Distribution Accounting • Oversee accounting for major retail accounts (Costco, Ulta, Target, etc.) • Monitor chargebacks, deductions, and promotional allowances • Review trade spend, co-op accruals, and TPD accounting • Ensure accurate inventory valuation and reconciliation • Analyze gross margin by channel and brand 3. Reporting & Compliance • Prepare internal management reports and variance analysis • Support external audits and tax filings • Ensure GAAP compliance and strengthen internal controls • Maintain documentation for revenue, inventory, and expense policies 4. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management • Monitor AR aging and deduction exposure • Partner with operations on inventory planning and reserves • Support forecasting and budget planning process • Analyze working capital trends 5. Team & Process Improvement • Supervise accounting staff (if applicable) • Improve ERP workflows and reporting automation • Implement best practices in financial controls • Support system upgrades and process optimization Qualifications • Korean Bilingual • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred) • 5+ years of accounting experience • 2+ years in supervisory or managerial role preferred • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP • Experience in distribution, CPG, or retail accounting preferred • Strong Excel skills (advanced functions required) • ERP system experience required • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Preferred Experience • Experience handling retailer deductions and chargebacks • Experience with inventory-heavy business models • Experience with multi-entity or international operations • Audit experience (public accounting background a plus) Additional Information

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