What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accounting Manager (FP&A Focus), bilingual in Korean position at Cesna Recruitment?
[Job Summary]
We 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
- 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
- Performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership development
- Collaborative and results-driven work environment