Senior Accounting Manager (Dongtan)

Role Summary

Succession & Long-Term Readiness

Engage in regional and global finance leadership programs

Exhibit high integrity and commitment to company values

Responsibilities

Account Payable Team Leadership

• Oversee Accounts Payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures in compliance with regulations
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment discrepancies
• Lead, train, and evaluate Accounts Payable team members

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Support Finance Director in driving financial strategy and planning
• Participate in leadership training and develop understanding of Group policies
• Gradually assume responsibility for major financial areas

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans
• Provide business insights and financial recommendations to management

Accounting, Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and K-GAAP
• Participate in audits, statutory filings, and tax compliance processes
• Strengthen internal controls and drive process improvements

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with Business Unit Heads to improve profitability and efficiency
• Support evaluation of CAPEX, M&A, and restructuring projects
• Contribute to digital transformation initiatives in finance operations

Regulatory Affairs

• Monitor regulatory developments and advise on potential impacts
• Establish relationships with government agencies and regulatory authorities

Requirements

Qualifications & Competencies

• •Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related discipline (CPA or MBA preferred).
• •Minimum 12 years relevant experience in accounting or finance within multinational corporations.
• •Strong background in Accounts Payable or General Accounting, with team leadership experience.
• •Excellent English and Korean communication skills (both written and verbal).
• •Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and integrity.
• •Preventability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
• •A passionate and ambitious professional in the field of finance.

Preferred Experience

• •Experience in Testing, Inspection & Certification (TIC), or professional service industries.
• •Working knowledge of Hyperion / Oracle systems
• •Demonstrated experience in process improvement and automation.
• •Proven track record in cost optimization, or digital finance transformation.

Benefits

Willing to be based in 20, Dongtansandan 10-gil, Dongtan-myeon, Hwasung, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

About the Company

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.