Position Overview:
As the Accounting Supervisor, you will play a key leadership role in overseeing and coordinating critical financial activities that drive the success of our accounting operations. From managing daily transactions to leading a talented team, you'll ensure that financial data is accurately recorded, analyzed, and reported in compliance with company standards and regulations. Your expertise will help guide the company's financial health while fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced and impactful setting, this is the opportunity for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Directly supervise and guide a team of 1-3 accounting professionals, ensuring a high level of accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Manage the daily flow of financial transactions including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and intercompany balances.
- Compile and prepare essential financial reports for both management and government agencies.
- Communicate with the company's headquarters in Japan, reporting on financial information and projects as assigned by the Manager.
- Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Manage overdue accounts, resolve disputes, and analyze discrepancies, implementing timely corrective actions.
- Identify and resolve inconsistencies within financial records, recommending improvements for processes, policies, and procedures.
- Continuously seek out opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce reconciliation efforts, and enhance overall efficiency within the team and department.
- Enforce compliance with organizational and governmental financial policies, including J-SOX controls and standards.
- Ensure the accurate management of capital assets and account reconciliations across all areas of responsibility.
- Collaborate with external auditors to provide requested information and respond promptly to inquiries.
- Contribute to the company's financial strategy by providing accurate cash flow forecasts and assisting with operational cash management.
- Support the Manager, Accounting in transfer pricing studies, inventory audits, and improvements to subsidiary accounting processes.
- Assist in developing, recommending, and implementing procedures to improve financial systems and data gathering for reporting purposes.
- Actively mentor and coach your team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Supervise team activities, including interviewing, hiring, training, and conducting performance appraisals.
- Develop work schedules, assign tasks, and ensure your team meets productivity and accuracy goals.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in financial and managerial accounting (cost accounting), with a strong background in financial reporting and analysis.
- Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in the automotive industry is a plus, particularly in factory accounting or inventory management.
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