Sr. Accountant

Job purpose:

Experienced accounting professional responsible for performing accounting operations, including daily transactional processing, bank and treasury matters, month-end closing, VAT and tax preparation and filing, assist financial and tax audit, with growing exposure to financial reporting and compliance

Job description:

Daily accounting transactions
• Review 3rd party vendor invoices / employee claims with supporting documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Post and process journal entries to record business transactions.
• Maintain accounts payable records; assist with vendor communication.

Periodic closing and reporting
• Assist with timely month-end closing activities.
• Support the variance analysis of SG&A.
• Prepare B/S account breakdown and reconciliation.

Taxation, audit and compliance
• Ensure Taiwan tax compliance, including corporate tax, withholding tax, VAT, and timely filings.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisers, and authorities; provide documentation and schedules for audits.
• Adhere to internal control procedures and company policies.

Treasury and cash management
• Perform eBanking payments, monitor liquidity, and manage cash outflow forecasting,
• Maintain bank authorizer and company registration records.

Data quality and process improvement
• Ensure data accuracy in accounting systems; assist with data cleansing and processing documentation.
• Identify simple process inefficiencies and propose improvements under guidance.

Collaboration
• Work with cross-functional teams (purchasing/logistics, HR, engineers, site supervisors) to obtain necessary information for accounting records.
• Communicate issues and inquiries clearly to supervisors; assist with internal reporting needs.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Experience:5+ years of progressive accounting experience; prior exposure to Taiwan regulatory environment. Having experience with multiple entities or business units is plus.
• Technical: Proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with basic accounting software/ERP; ability to implement process improvements and automation.
• Language: Mandarin Chinese required; professional English communication.
• Attributes: Strong attention to detail, numerical aptitude, problem-solving, strong communication, reliability, and teamwork.