An Accounting Manager manages the accounting department of a company or organization. Directs the accounting staff that prepare financial statements and business activity and forecasting reports and tax filings. Monitors accounting data. Implements and manages accounting policies and procedures. Advises management with regard to finance decisions.
The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the company's month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. This role leads preparation for external and internal audits, manages tax filings and applications for available tax incentives/credits, and serves as the primary point of contact for Headquarters (HQ) reporting requests and ad-hoc requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and oversee the full monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial statements. Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team. Prepare and analyze financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and present variance analysis to management. Lead preparation for external financial statement audits including PBC (prepared-by-client) schedules, documentation, and coordination with auditors. Serve as primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies. Oversee corporate tax filings (federal, state, and local), including income tax, sales & use tax, property tax, and other statutory filings, in coordination with external tax advisors. Identify, apply for, and manage tax incentives, credits, and grants available to the company (e.g., IRA/45X manufacturing production tax credit, state and local incentive programs), including compliance and ongoing reporting requirements. Respond to and manage requests from Headquarters (HQ), including consolidated reporting packages, ad-hoc analysis, and compliance with HQ accounting policies. Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting. Manage, train, and mentor accounting staff, and review their work product. Support budget and forecast processes as needed. Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by management.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience managing the month-end close and audit process Strong knowledge of US GAAP and working knowledge of corporate tax compliance and filing requirements Proficiency in MS Office Excel and SAP (or similar ERP systems) Experience managing external audit relationships . Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent communication skills and ability to work with headquarters and cross-functional teams Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to stand and walk the production area throughout the workday Reaching, pushing, pulling, or lifting as required within limits set by Hanwha Q CELLS USA, Inc. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
CPA or CMA certification Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation Experience in corporate accounting/tax within a manufacturing industry, particularly at a multinational or Korean-affiliated company Experience with tax credit/incentive applications (e.g., IRA 45X, state incentive programs) Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
