(Korean Bilingual) Senior Accounting & Administration Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

An established manufacturer of welding components for the automotive and industrial sectors, based in Luverne, AL, is hiring a Senior Accounting & Administration Manager. This role leads full-cycle accounting operations while overseeing HR, administration, and regulatory compliance. You will work directly with executive management and external CPA firms, auditors, and legal counsel. It is both a hands-on accounting role and a management-level position with team oversight.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Lead day-to-day accounting, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll accounting, general ledger, and operating accounts.
  
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close, and ensure the accuracy of financial entries.
  
• Prepare and analyze financial statements (balance sheet, P&L) and report findings to management.
  
• Oversee income tax, sales tax, and payroll tax reporting.
  
• Review and audit general ledger and payables; resolve billing, collection, and vendor discrepancies.
  

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

• Partner with executives and department managers to build and execute the annual budget.
  
• Support forecasting, analyze budget variances, and prepare reports for management review.
  
• Provide financial insight to guide management decision-making.
  

External CPA, Tax & Audit Coordination

• Coordinate with outside CPA firms on accounting documentation and tax filings, including federal income tax.
  
• Prepare materials for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and liaise with external auditors and advisors.
  
• Support compliance with applicable accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.
  

HR, Administration & Compliance

• Oversee HR and administrative functions, internal documentation, and company policies.
  
• Interpret and apply company policies; ensure compliance with internal rules and applicable laws.
  
• Coordinate with corporate counsel and external advisors on legal, compliance, and administrative matters.
  

Team Leadership & Management Support

• Supervise accounting, administrative, and support staff; assign work, monitor quality, and ensure deadlines.
  
• Hire, train, and develop staff; establish department policies, procedures, and standards.
  
• Support executive leadership and cross-functional coordination across accounting, operations, HR, and administration.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including management or supervisory responsibility.
  
• Hands-on experience across AR, AP, payroll, general ledger, tax reporting, and financial closing.
  
• Experience coordinating with external CPA firms, auditors, tax professionals, or legal counsel.
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), internal controls, and compliance requirements.
  
• Proven ability to supervise accounting or administrative staff.
  
• Korean/English bilingual (business proficiency).
  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Proficiency with accounting systems, Microsoft Excel, and standard business software.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
  
• Experience supporting a US subsidiary of a foreign-headquartered (e.g., Korea-based) company.
  
• CPA license.
  
• ERP system experience.
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $90,000+ per year, based on experience
  
• Visa / Green Card sponsorship available
  
• Competitive pay with room for growth
  
• PTO, paid holidays, and benefits eligibility after the probationary period
  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
  
• Relocation assistance
  
• A workplace that values both structure and people
  

Location & Schedule

• Onsite in Luverne, AL.
  
• Full-time, standard business hours.