Accounting Manager

Position Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting functions while managing the company’s credit and accounts receivable activities. The ideal candidate must possess strong expertise in SAP, along with the ability to drive financial accuracy, optimize cash flow, and enforce effective credit policies. The ideal candidate brings leadership experience, strong analytical skills, and a solid foundation in corporate accounting.

General Responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Management

· Oversee general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations

· Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes using SAP

· Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with GAAP

· Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting

· Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures

· Support audits and coordinate with internal/external auditors

· Credit & Accounts Receivable Management

· Manage the credit function, including credit risk assessment, approvals, and credit limits

· Oversee accounts receivable processes, billing, and cash application

· Monitor aging reports and drive collections to reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding)

· Develop and enforce credit and collection policies and procedures

· Partner with sales and operations teams to resolve billing and collection issues

· Evaluate customer financials and recommend appropriate credit terms

Leadership & Process Improvement

· Supervise and mentor accounting and AR staff

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives within SAP and accounting workflows

· Implement automation and process efficiencies in reporting and credit management

· Collaborate cross-functionally to improve financial performance and cash flow

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)

· 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience

· Strong hands-on experience with SAP (FI/CO and AR modules preferred)

· Proven experience managing credit, collections, and accounts receivable

· Deep understanding of GAAP

· Prior supervisory or team leadership experience

· Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

· Advanced Excel skills

· Preferred Qualification: Bilingual Mandarin/English speaking skills

Behavioral Competencies:

Additional attributes desired include a strong work ethic, leadership, results orientation, enthusiasm, flexibility, motivation and empowerment skills and a strategic viewpoint.

· Must be dynamic with a high level of energy, a proactive self-starter who is confident of his or her own abilities of being able to work in an independent environment.

· Should be personable, professional and have a business-like manner with an ability to operate across functions, to think strategically and maximize business opportunities as they are presented.

· An individual experienced in meeting deadlines.

· A good listener and a person who deals with facts, not emotion. A good team player.