Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accounting Manager with strong Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) experience to lead key accounting and financial operations. This role blends technical accounting expertise with forward-looking financial planning and analysis to support strategic decision-making in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with deep experience in cost accounting and operational finance and the ability to effectively communicate in both Korean and English.
Job Description - Key Responsibilities
- Accounting & Financial Reporting
- - Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
- - Manage general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and journal entries
- - Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
- - Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors
- - Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting procedures
- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- - Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes
- - Analyze financial performance, including variance analysis (budget vs. actuals) and key cost drivers
- - Develop and maintain financial models to support operational and strategic initiatives
- - Partner with operations and plant leadership to drive cost efficiencies and profitability
- - Prepare executive-level reporting packages, dashboards, and KPI analysis
- Manufacturing & Cost Accounting
- - Oversee cost accounting functions including standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis
- - Analyze production costs, labor efficiency, material usage, and overhead allocation
- - Monitor inventory controls, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes
- - Partner with procurement and operations teams to manage raw material costs and margins
- - Support continuous improvement initiatives with data-driven financial insights
- Leadership & Process Improvement
- - Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team environment
- - Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
- - Support ERP system enhancements and financial reporting tools optimization
- - Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and senior leadership
Qualifications - - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- - Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment (required)
- - Demonstrated experience in cost accounting and operational finance
- - Strong FP&A experience, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
- - Advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- - Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills
- - Experience with QuickBooks (preferred)
- - Bilingual in Korean and English (required)
- Key Competencies
- - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- - Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights
- - Excellent communication and presentation skills in both Korean and English
- - High attention to detail and organizational skills
- - Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
What's On Offer - - Performance-based bonus
- - Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
- - Opportunities for career growth and leadership development
- - Collaborative and results-driven work environment
Apply online or feel free to contact us directly for more information about the opportunity. Due to the high volume of applicant, we regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.
