10089 Manager, Accounting

10089 – Manager, Accounting
Location – Fountain Valley, CA (5-day onsite)

ABOUT US

Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA), a subsidiary of Hyundai and Kia Motor Companies, provides premier IT services across North America. We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team in in an on-te, 5-day a week role in our Fountain Valley, CA corporate office.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

The Accounting Manager will lead the development, implementation and/or maintenance of one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, Cash Flows, etc. in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures. You will design operational procedures and processes that meet audit standards and improve efficiency to ensure the integration of data produced into systems and supports objectives of financial analysts, and ensure the accurate compilation, analysis and reporting of accounting data and revenue. They participate in annual audits and special projects. You will select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Additional roles & respnsibilities will include but not necessarily be limited to the following:

Accounting Operations (25%)

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, leases, general ledger activities, and ensure timely and accurate financial transactions.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, reports, and analyses for management and other stakeholders, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Develop, implement, and enforce accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting function.

External Audit and K-SOX compliance (20%)

• Coordinate annual financial audits and semiannual reviews, preparing required documentation and liaising with external auditors.
• Lead the design, documentation, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of internal controls to safeguard assets, to produce accurate financial reporting and ensure compliance with Korean SOX (K-SOX) and other regulatory frameworks.
• Identify control gaps and work proactively to remediate audit observations through process enhancements.

Tax Compliance (10%)

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all federal and state income tax returns, adhering to applicable laws and regulations.
• Manage compliance with indirect taxes including sales/use tax and property tax across multiple states, working with external advisors as needed.

Financial Reporting (10%)

• Analyze financial data to identify trends and insights that support strategic decision-making.
• Assist in the development, monitoring, and reporting of budgets aligned with company objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve accounting issues, including long-term outstanding accounts, and support accurate financial reporting.

Treasury and banking (20%)

• Monitor cash flow, manage daily bank transactions and fund transfers to optimize liquidity and maximize interest income.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage weekly disbursements with a focus on cash optimization.
• Lead treasury projects including corporate banking system implementations and enhancements.

Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance and training to accounting staff, fostering a collaborative work environment (10%)
Other (5%)

• Collaborate with senior management and other departments to align financial management efforts with overall business strategies and objectives.
• Provide financial insights and support on special projects as required.

WHAT WE REQUIRE FROM YOU:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Management Information System (MIS) or other related field.
• 10 + years of Accounting experience.
• 7+ years of experience managing Accounting teams.
• Experience with SAP.
• Expert level MS Access and/or Excel.
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.

Salary Range - $103,170 - $158,873