Accounting & Controls Manager

[Role Overview]

Responsible for leading the Korea accounting team members to establish and maintain an effective accounting framework and related internal controls to ensure that the financial records are complete and accurate and in compliance with local laws and regulations and US-GAAP, as well as Corporate policies.

[Key Responsibilities]

The responsibilities will be inclusive of but not limited to the following:

• Oversees Korea’s financial and accounting processes to ensure compliance with Corporate and local policies, statutory requirements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles/Standards and ethical standards with unyielding integrity.
• Strong partnership with the Global Business Service (GBS) Service Delivery teams and collaborate with Country CFO to standardize the process, drive efficiency, and promote agility without compromising on quality
• Work closely with the Corporate Finance team in areas on Finance Policies and accounting treatment, including restructuring, integration and consolidation, revenue and leasing.
• Drives compliance in all finance-related matters (SOX, Audit, Statutory, monthly Closing) and leads the country/regional Balance Sheet Review
• Develops and implements accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in support with business processes
• Leads and takes charge of all Finance audit request for Korea
• Leads and directly manage the Korea Accounting & Controls team (2 direct reports)

[Requirements]

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (master's degree or professional certifications such as CPA or CMA preferred).
• 10-15 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with managerial or supervisory experience (Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls).
• Fluent in oral & written English / Korean.
• Experience in managing statutory and local tax requirements.
• Proven experience in leading and managing external audits (financial & tax) with a proactive and hands-on approach.
• Ability to analyze financial data, prepare reports, and provide insights for decision-making.
• Proficiency in accounting software and systems (e.g., SAP, Hyperion).
• Experience in working in a multi-national company.

Abilities Required

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven experience in managing stakeholders in a complex organization involving change management.
• Demonstrated experience in people management, including leading and developing teams to achieve departmental and organizational objectives
• Ability to work autonomously and act in a consultative role.
• Exceptional organizational & time management skills are crucial. Environment is fast-paced and multi-tasking is essential.
• Strong ability to zoom in and out from the details, with a good holistic view to identify and summarize the key takeaways.
• Team player with strong communication skills, used to interact with people at all levels, with strong and positive attitude and energy
• Above all, curious, savvy, risk taker individual 
• Ideal candidate will show drive and ambition to develop and grow into more senior finance roles

[Key Competencies]

Adaptability

• Responds resourcefully, flexibly, and positively when faced with new challenges, transitions, and demands. Willingly and effectively deals with the stress and complexities of various situations. Moves forward productively and optimistically under conditions of change and uncertainty.

Collaboration

• Models and promotes collaboration and works effectively with others across the organization to achieve goals. Demonstrates proficient cross company communication, cultural sensitivity, and partnership in interactions with others.  Involves others in decisions and plans and credits them for their contributions and accomplishments.

Relationship Building

• Establishes and maintains strong relationships internally and externally. Contributes to a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. Relates well to management, colleagues, peers, and direct reports. Champions a culture of respect, diversity and inclusion that values all employees.  Earns the respect and trust of others through effective interpersonal skills, integrity, and authenticity.

Planning

• Implements strategies, initiatives, and plans that that align with the organization’s strategic and operating plans and communicates them to team.   Defines realistic plans with clear deliverables, milestones, accountabilities, and measures of success that are needed to accomplish business objectives. Optimizes resources and continuous improvement to ensure quality, efficiency, and scalability.

Execution

• Demonstrates and fosters a sense of urgency, optimism, and ownership to achieve goals and organizational success.   Defines priorities and delivers business results for the organization.  Holds others accountable to effectively and efficiently complete work responsibilities and tasks with high quality and compliance. Addresses problems directly and drives changes necessary to achieve business objectives.

Strategic Thinking

• Understands and communicates mission, vision, and strategies for business unit or region.  Establishes strategies and initiatives that enable the team to achieve business unit goals. Aligns personal and workgroup activities to meet the needs of the organization.

Communication

• Creates an environment which promotes the free flow of communication and information throughout the team.  Communicates effectively in large and small groups. Openly shares knowledge and expertise. Listens actively and encourages the open expression of ideas and opinions. 

Influence

• Influences and motivates others over whom they have no direct control or authority.  Wins support and acceptance for proposed changes and ideas through careful consideration of stakeholders’ needs and interests, through strategic relationships and through persuasive communications.

[Quality Requirements]

Understands and complies with all the regulations governing the Quality, Safety and Environmental management systems. 

As employee of a Medical Device business, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient and personnel safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.

For those individuals that supervise others, the following statements are applicable:

• Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy.
• Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures (e.g., federal/country and regulatory requirements).

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