Accounting Controller

Location: LA, California (Hybrid) Reports To: CFO / Finance Director Employment Type: Full-time Position Summary The Accounting Controller will oversee the company's overall accounting operations, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of reliable financial information. Given the current need to strengthen hands-on capability within the accounting team, we are seeking a hands-on leader who can perform core accounting work directly — including general ledger management, monthly/quarterly/annual close, and financial statement preparation — not only review and approve it. This role also leads internal controls, external audit support, and Korea headquarters reporting, while providing expert guidance to the CFO and senior leadership on accounting matters. Key Responsibilities Hands-On Accounting & Close Directly perform and oversee general ledger (GL), accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), fixed assets, and inventory accountingPersonally lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process and manage the close calendarPrepare and review financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement)Directly prepare and approve journal entries and account reconciliationsEnsure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies Team Management & Leadership Manage accounting team staffing, workload allocation, performance evaluation, and developmentStandardize processes and build up the team's hands-on technical capabilityLead collaboration and communication with other departments (FP&A, Treasury, Sales, etc.) Internal Controls & Audit Support Design, implement, and maintain strong internal control processesLead preparation and coordination for the annual external auditSupport corporate tax filings and coordinate with external tax advisors on related matters Systems & Reporting Manage accounting data and processes using ERP systems such as SAPSupport budgeting and performance analysis Korea Headquarters Reporting & Coordination Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports to Korea headquartersPrepare financial reporting packages for group consolidation purposesReconcile and explain differences between U.S. GAAP and HQ reporting requirementsSupport the development of long-term financial statement projectionsAnalyze key financial and performance indicators and respond to HQ inquiriesMaintain regular communication and collaboration with the HQ finance teamSupport intercompany transactions and transfer pricing documentation Qualifications Required Active CPA license7-8+ years of total accounting/finance experience3-5+ years in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or equivalent leadership roleHands-on experience personally performing monthly/quarterly/annual close and financial statement preparation (review/approval experience alone is not sufficient)Hands-on experience with SAPBachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldStrong understanding of and hands-on experience with U.S. GAAPStrong leadership, communication, and team management skills Preferred Korean language proficiency (to facilitate communication with Korea HQ)Experience in tax-related work (corporate tax filings, transfer pricing, etc.)Big 4 public accounting experienceExperience working at a Korean-headquartered multinational companyExperience leading internal control (SOX) or risk management initiatives Ideal Candidate Profile We are looking for a hands-on leader who can manage the details while also guiding the team. The ideal candidate combines accurate, hands-on accounting execution and a strong internal-controls mindset with excellent communication skills across departments and leadership, serving as a trusted finance partner to the organization.