Bilingual Finance Accounting Specialist

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Accounting Specialist to join our team. This role will focus on key financial accounting areas, including K-SOX compliance, consolidation package management, month-end close activities, internal audits, ERP systems management, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, supporting compliance with regulatory frameworks, managing accounting processes, and driving process improvements across various departments. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to grow their career in financial accounting

Key Responsibilities:
K-SOX Compliance:

• Document, and maintain internal controls in line with K-SOX requirements.
• Assist in conducting regular assessments of financial reporting controls to identify risks and deficiencies.
• Support the implementation of corrective actions to address compliance gaps.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to provide documentation and support during audits.

Consolidation Package Management:

• Prepare, review, and analyze quarterly, and annual consolidation packages to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensure adherence to IFRS standards.

Financial Reporting:

• Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports for senior leadership.
• Assist in month-end close activities, including the preparation of journal entries and ensuring the timely completion of the close process.
• Review and analyze general and administrative expenses, payroll, travel expenses, and corporate card expenses.
• Review and approve budget transfers and supplements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to the organization’s financial strategies.
• Monitor and report daily cash flows to ensure proper liquidity management within the firm.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) & Systems Management:

• Perform ERP firm banking disbursements, ensuring proper processing of transactions.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving accounting system errors across the firm to ensure smooth operations.
• Review and verify vendor registration requests, ensuring that all vendor payments are processed accurately and in compliance with company policies.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement improvements in consolidation and compliance processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilize financial systems and tools to automate routine tasks and enhance reporting capabilities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with tax, treasury, and other departments to ensure alignment on financial reporting and compliance.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and projects with other departments as required by senior leadership or during special circumstances (e.g., audits, system upgrades).

Position Requirement:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Bilingual in Korean is preferred; fluency in both written and spoken Korean is essential for internal and external communications.

Experience:

• 0-3 years of experience in financial accounting, reporting, or a related field.
• Experience in accounting or finance roles with a focus on compliance and reporting is desired but not required.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and familiarity with financial software is a plus.
• Prior exposure to working with K-SOX compliance or IFRS standards is a plus.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of financial systems, accounting principles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or similar accounting software is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), with strong Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Strong understanding of K-SOX, IFRS, and other financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to identify discrepancies and take corrective action in a timely manner.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external auditors.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and reliability.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance