Position ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:
• Financial Management & Reporting- Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to senior management and stakeholders
- Develop and maintain financial reports, forecasts, and analysis for management decision-making
- Prepare and report data using the consolidated financial statement package
• Budgeting & Forecasting- Lead the preparation and management of the annual budget and financial forecasts
- Monitor budget performance and provide actionable insights to ensure financial goals are met
- Collaborate with department heads to align financial resources with organizational goals
• Internal Controls- Ensure effective internal controls are in place to safeguard the company's assets and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Conduct regular audits and assessments of financial operations and reporting to identify and address any risks or deficiencies
• Cash Flow Management- Oversee cash flow management, including monitoring accounts payable/receivable, ensuring the liquidity of the organization
- Manage relationships with the regional headquarters and ensure efficient use of credit and cash resources
• Leadership & Team Management- Manage and mentor the Accounting & Finance department, providing guidance, training, and support for their professional development
- Foster a collaborative environment within the Accounting & Finance department and across the organization
- Ensure the timely completion of tasks and the adherence to departmental and company deadlines
• Tax Compliance- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and reporting requirements
- Develop tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position, collaborating with external tax advisors as needed
- Assist in the preparation of the regional headquarters' consolidated tax returns
• Audit & External Relations- Lead the coordination of audits, both internal and external
- Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities
• Process Improvement- Continuously identify and implement improvements to financial processes, systems, and controls to drive efficiency and accuracy
- Evaluate and recommend financial software or systems to improve operational efficiencies
• ERP System Implementation and Migration- Lead the implementation and migration from the legacy ERP system to the new ERP system, ensuring alignment with the company's financial and operational needs
- Oversee the migration process, including data transfer and system integration, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
- Collaborate with functional divisions of the regional headquarters and relevant departments to customize the new system to meet the company's specific requirements
- Provide training and support to staff to ensure effective utilization and smooth adoption of the new ERP system
• Other tasks and duties- Perform additional tasks as assigned
Required Skills and AbilitiesEssential Skills and Experience:- No less than 10 years' (preferably 15+ years') of prior work/management experience in Accounting department of manufacturing company(s) with complex production processes
- In-depth knowledge and experience with Standard Cost Accounting system
- Extensive knowledge and experience with SOX/J-SOX, GAAP and IFRS
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
- Strong analytical skills and ability to assess financial information and processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Beneficial Skills and Experience- Experience with ERP/Accounting software
- Strong planning and problem-solving abilities
- Motivation to develop and maintain internal and external business relationships
- Commitment to ethical behavior with a willingness to adhere to all company policies
- Experience in multicultural environment (preferably work experience in Japanese companies)
Education & Certifications- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or successful completion of all sections of the unified CPA exam
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Travel Requirements- Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs
Work Environment RequirementsWith reasonable accommodation:
- Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment
- Must perform job duties onsite, when necessary, except those duties that are customarily or by their nature performed offsite (for example, offsite customer visits or audits)
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignments within deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality
- Must be able to operate as an effective team member
- Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all company safety policies
Attendance/Work Hour Requirements- Must maintain an acceptable attendance record
- Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet business needs