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Lin-Zhi International, Inc.™ (LZI) was founded in 1998 by Dr. Cheng-I Lin and Dr. Marie Lin in California. LZI focuses on producing innovative and high-quality homogeneous enzyme immunoassay (EIA) and enzymatic assay reagents for the clinical diagnostic industry. As both a cutting-edge biotech company and a small business, LZI seeks employees who will thrive in a small-business setting: self-driven, hard-working, and flexible individuals. The nature of Lin-Zhi International's business dictates that personnel must remain flexible and have the ability to accept responsibilities within their educational and training levels. These may be different from those stated on their "Terms of Employment."

JOB TITLE

Accounting Manager

RESPONSIBLE TO

General Manager

GENERAL DUTIES

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records.
• Manage the monthly and annual financial close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, cost accounting, and payroll administration.
• Supervise, mentor, recruit, and develop accounting staff; assign workloads and monitor performance to ensure deadlines are met.
• Develop and maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, tax regulations, company policies, and accounting procedures.
• Coordinate and oversee financial statement audits and support tax compliance activities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for operational and strategic decision-making.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and provide timely financial information.
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes, workflows, and systems to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
• Additional duties may be added as need arises.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by accounting staff.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances.
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely in accordance with

U.S. GAAP.

• Review payment processes to ensure proper approvals and compliance with company policies.
• Resolve complex vendor and customer accounting issues.
• Monitor collection activities and accounts receivable aging reports.
• Review inventory accounting and reconciliations.
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Review payroll processing and payroll registers.
• Review payroll journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support W-2 processing and payroll audits.
• Train accounting staff on accounting policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
• Implement and monitor internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Maintain documentation of accounting policies and standard operating procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce accounting risks.
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and respond to auditor requests.
• Assist with federal, state, and local tax compliance requirements.
• Provide external tax advisors with information needed for income tax returns and other filings.
• Assist with preparing annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor actual results against budget and explain variances.
• Provide financial analysis supporting operational and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses requested by management.
• Manage and implement ERPs and accounting systems and upgrades.
• Ensure accounting systems are configured to support accurate financial reporting.
• Use technology to automate manual processes and improve efficiency.
• Additional duties may be added as need arises.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• Master's Degree or CPA (licensed in CA) preferred.
• Public Accounting experience preferred.
• 5-7 years of relevant accounting experience.
• 2 or more years of experience in supervisory or management role.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Mastery of accounting regulations and rules.

• Software:

  QuickBooks, MS Excel, NetSuite, MS Word, Adobe Acrobat, Various Tax Software, Google Suites.
• Ability to master new software.
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
• Ability to direct & supervise.
• High attention to detail & accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Lin-Zhi International, Inc . is committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects the society and communities in which we are located. We are committed to diversity and actively seek out applicants from groups facing systemic inequities in the biotech world. Lin-Zhi International, Inc . is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically welcome and accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religious creed, color, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition as defined under State law, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and/or local laws and ordinances.

Pay:

$95,000.00

• $130,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): 1. What is your home address? (Include Street Address, City, Zip Code) 2. Are you willing to work onsite at our Santa Clara office? If so, how long would your commute be? 3. Are you authorized to work in the U.S.? 4.Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship from your employer to continue working in the United States (e.g. H-1B Visa Status)? 5. What start date works for you? 6. How long do you see yourself working with LZI? 7. Do you acknowledge we do not provide any relocation assistance or reimbursement? 8. This position is a full-time position. Would you be able to work 40 hours per week? 9. On a scale from 1-10, how familiar are you with each software program: a. Adobe Acrobat b. Microsoft Word c. Excel d. G-Suite (Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Forms) e. Google Calendar 10. Please provide us with the name, phone number, email address, and relationship to you (e.g. supervisor OR co-worker) of your three best professional references. 11. This position requires you to interview using Zoom. Do you have access to a computer for the pre-screening and the interview? 12a. Are you vaccinated for

COVID-19?

12b. If yes, what was the date of your most recent

COVID-19

vaccination or booster? 12c. Would you be willing to get another

COVID-19

booster shot if requested? 13. What is your understanding of how accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets come into play when it comes to performing the month-end close? Write your answer for an upper management member that does not have prior accounting knowledge. (3 paragraphs) 14. How do you determine whether an employee needs additional training or formal performance management? (2-3 paragraphs)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Santa Clara, CA 95051