Manager of Finance & Accounting

Job Title:
Manager of
Finance & Accounting

Property of: CJ Bio America

Job #:
Manager of Finance & Accounting

REV: 8/31/26

Department:
Finance/Accounting

Reports to: CFO

Function:
Administration

Responsible for managing accounting and financials for the company.

• Managing accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to standards defined within the department and company;
• Lead department activities related to process improvements and standard work;
• Control for responding of external audit procedure and taxation;
• Communicate with HQ in Korea for reporting financial status with a timely manner;
• Provide critical financial analysis to assist in the decision making process;
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and special projects for senior management;
• Recommends best courses of action based on business plan and financial analysis
• Forecast cash flows positions, related borrowing needs and available funds;
• Provide leadership to establish an effective financial information system;
• Ensure account reconciliations are performed on a monthly basis;
• Manage accounting policies and procedures;
• Maintain Finance/Accounting vendor relationships;
• Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures; complying with federal, state and local financial legal requirements
• Maintains confidentiality of company financial information
• Works with the CFO on appropriate fiscal strategies
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include s interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manage K-SOX tasks in compliance with HQ guidance
• Manage corporation's treasury operation by strategic cash management for non-operating income
• Manage and explore relationships with banks, consulting, and external auditors
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bilingual in Korean and English
• Internal auditing and risk assessment
• Financial reporting and account reconciliation
• Month-end and year-end closing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Internal controls and KSOX compliance
• Project Management
• Ability to meet and adhere to deadlines
• Strong analytical skills
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Managerial experience
• SAP experience
• ERP experience
• CPA certification preferred

• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm, however business needs may require additional hours worked.
• This position will require extended work hours during monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• This position may be in office in Fort Dodge, IA, or Downers Grove, IL.
• This position supervises the work of others
• Occasional travel is expected for this position
• Ability to remain in a stationary position up to 95% of shift;
• This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, filing cabinets and fax machines

• Doctorate Degree

OR

• Master's Degree & 3 years of directly related work experience

OR

• Bachelor's Degree & 5 years of directly related work experience
• Bilingual in Korean and English required
• Manufacturing accounting knowledge experience required
• SAP experience preferred

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. This job description is subject to change at any time.