Accounting Specialist

Summary

• We are looking for a detail-oriented, highly organized, and driven Accounting Specialist to join our Accounting and Finance team. This position will support FP&A or Tax functions within the department. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining financial records, performing reconciliations, managing AP/AR processes, assisting in financial analysis and budgeting, and supporting tax filings and compliance activities. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and a high level of accuracy and integrity in handling financial data.

Job Duties

[Core Accounting & FP&A Support]

• Process and review invoice payments and expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls
• Prepare journal entries, manage the general ledger, and ensure accurate records and balances
• Support monthly and quarterly financial closing activities, including account reconciliations and variance analysis
• Assist in preparing financial reports, budgeting, and forecasting models
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to support business decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline ERP-based workflows and resolve financial inquiries
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting and reporting efficiency

[Tax Support]

• Responsible for accounting operations including financial accounting
• Administer U.S. federal and state income taxes by preparing documents related to UNICAP, R&D credits, APA, etc.
• Manage and administer sales taxes for the U.S. and Canada; prepare tax reports using accounting software (SAP)
• Review and research U.S. and international tax regulations; stay current with the latest updates
• Assist in analyzing financial information and summarizing financial status
• Support federal and state tax audits as well as internal audit processes
• Manage financial statement preparation and month-end reporting

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting financial data and identifying trends
• Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Effective communication skills for collaborating across teams
• Proven problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software applications (SAP, QuickBooks, Oracle, or other ERP systems preferred)

Requirements

• 0-2 years of related experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Korean/English bilingual proficiency with intermediate speaking, writing and understanding skills
• U.S. work authorization required
• New employees to Spigen Inc, will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov

Work Hours

• 8 AM – 5 PM
• Monday – Friday

Benefits

• Semi-annual bonus
• Spigen Day: Half days on Fridays
• Health Insurance: 100% employer contribution (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life)
• 401(k): 100% employer match up to 6%
• Monthly Team Budget
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation (PTO): up to 10 days
• Paid Sick Leave: 10 days
• Family Event PTO & Monetary Compensation
• Lunch provided
• Employee discount
• etc.