Assistant General Manager

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

Position Responsibilities

The incumbent is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:

• Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to senior management and stakeholders
• Develop and maintain financial reports, forecasts, and analysis for management decision-making
• Prepare and report data using the consolidated financial statement package

• Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the preparation and management of the annual budget and financial forecasts
• Monitor budget performance and provide actionable insights to ensure financial goals are met
• Collaborate with department heads to align financial resources with organizational goals

• Internal Controls

• Ensure effective internal controls are in place to safeguard the company’s assets and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of financial operations and reporting to identify and address any risks or deficiencies

• Cash Flow Management

• Oversee cash flow management, including monitoring accounts payable/receivable, ensuring the liquidity of the organization
• Manage relationships with the regional headquarters and ensure efficient use of credit and cash resources

• Leadership & Team Management

• Manage and mentor the Accounting & Finance department, providing guidance, training, and support for their professional development
• Foster a collaborative environment within the Accounting & Finance department and across the organization
• Ensure the timely completion of tasks and the adherence to departmental and company deadlines

• Tax Compliance

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and reporting requirements
• Develop tax strategies to optimize the company’s tax position, collaborating with external tax advisors as needed
• Assist in the preparation of the regional headquarters’ consolidated tax returns

• Audit & External Relations

• Lead the coordination of audits, both internal and external
• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities

• Process Improvement

• Continuously identify and implement improvements to financial processes, systems, and controls to drive efficiency and accuracy
• Evaluate and recommend financial software or systems to improve operational efficiencies

• ERP System Implementation and Migration

• Lead the implementation and migration from the legacy ERP system to the new ERP system, ensuring alignment with the company’s financial and operational needs
• Oversee the migration process, including data transfer and system integration, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
• Collaborate with functional divisions of the regional headquarters and relevant departments to customize the new system to meet the company’s specific requirements
• Provide training and support to staff to ensure effective utilization and smooth adoption of the new ERP system

• Other tasks and duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

Essential Skills and Experience:

• No less than 10 years’ (preferably 15+ years’) of prior work/management experience in Accounting department of manufacturing company(s) with complex production processes
• In-depth knowledge and experience with Standard Cost Accounting system
• Extensive knowledge and experience with SOX/J-SOX, GAAP and IFRS
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
• Strong analytical skills and ability to assess financial information and processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Beneficial Skills and Experience

• Experience with ERP/Accounting software
• Strong planning and problem-solving abilities
• Motivation to develop and maintain internal and external business relationships
• Commitment to ethical behavior with a willingness to adhere to all company policies
• Experience in multicultural environment (preferably work experience in Japanese companies)

Education & Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or successful completion of all sections of the unified CPA exam
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Travel Requirements

• Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs

Work Environment Requirements

With reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment
• Must perform job duties onsite, when necessary, except those duties that are customarily or by their nature performed offsite (for example, offsite customer visits or audits)
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignments within deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality
• Must be able to operate as an effective team member
• Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all company safety policies

Attendance/Work Hour Requirements

• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record
• Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet business needs