Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

Description

We are seeking a highly qualified Bilingual Accountant to join our team in Indianapolis, Indiana. The accountant will support the company's accounting operations and collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. The accountant will also participate in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Month-End Close: Execute and oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing and posting adjusting journal entries.
• Reconciliation & Analysis: Reconcile complex bank statements, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts, while identifying and resolving financial discrepancies.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of accurate monthly and annual financial statements and performance reports.
• Head Office Reporting: Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules for the Korean headquarters.
• Cash Management: Monitor daily cash balances, prepare cash flow forecasts, and coordinate domestic and international wire transfers.
• Compliance & Audits: Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and assist external auditors by providing required schedules and documentation.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the annual budgeting process and track expenditures against approved budgets.
• Process Improvement: Continuously analyze current accounting operations to streamline workflows, improve data automation, and enhance internal controls.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with operations, purchasing, logistics, and HR to ensure accurate financial reporting and support day-to-day accounting operations.

Core Competencies

• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong problem-solving abilities with high attention to accuracy and detail.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present financial data to stakeholders.
• Time Management: Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Approximately 5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Software: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables). Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Quick Books or Net Suite.
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal accounting controls.
• Bilingual in English & Korean is required