Bilingual Inventory Accountant-Mandarin

This position is responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial functions related to the organization’s inventory operational activities. This role ensures accuracy in reporting, supports decision-making through actionable insights, and partners with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of operational processes, inventory management, and cost accounting, coupled with excellent leadership skills.

• Manage and monitor cost accounting, inventory valuation, and manufacturing variances.
• Oversee financial reporting and analysis of inventory operational metrics.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes related to operations.

• Prepare and present financial reports and operational KPIs to senior management.
• Collaborate with supply chain and distribution teams to optimize financial performance.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes for operations, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Identify and address risks and opportunities within operational budgets.
• Develop and enforce internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial records.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering professional growth and development.
• Act as a key liaison between the finance department and operations, supply chain, and distribution centers.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to improve accounting systems and processes.
• Support the implementation of ERP systems or other accounting tools, as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 3 – 5+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on operations, Inventory Management, cost accounting, or manufacturing.
• Previous supervisory experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Bi-lingual – Chinese (Mandarin) and English highly preferred as this job may need to communicate with Chinese speaking people.

• Experience in distribution, supply chain, or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.