Accounting Manager

Summary
This position is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Accounting team within the Finance & Accounting Department of a U.S.-based food company, as well as performing finance and accounting tasks for its North America regional holding company.

Responsibilities
Accounting and Tax Management

• Prepare the financial statements with accounting records and reports in the accounting system.
• Perform and process all Month-End, Quarter-End, and Year-End Close tasks to prepare financial reports including the report for the quarterly consolidation on schedule with the CFO.
• Collaborate with external auditors to conduct the annual Accounting Audit.
• Reconcile and manage balance on all BS accounts, including PPE and lease accounts.
• Review and approve invoices and expenses for payment.
• Review and approve all cash receipt and AR clearing journal entries. Conduct a review of AR aging.
• Prepare quarterly and annual estimated tax return payments, manage property tax, and handle any other tax accounting tasks while communicating with tax consultants.

Internal control / IT (ERP/RPA)

• Ensure internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures are followed for activities.
• Ensure operations comply with J-SOX standards set by HQ under the direction of the CFO.
• Maintain, update, and troubleshoot an accounting system and interfaces while communicating with vendors.

Team Management / internal communication

• Team building and management: Evaluate and set goals for team members, monitor their performance and workload, and optimize output.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance, while providing recommendations to optimize the effective and efficient use of financial resources.

Qualifications