Senior Accountant / Finance Specialist

<h2>Key Responsibilities:</h2><ul>
<li>Manage the full cycle of accounting activities, including but not limited to reviewing source documents, preparing journal entries, and maintaining general and subsidiary ledgers.</li>
<li>Perform timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing procedures.</li>
<li>Prepare and analyze financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement) and provide insights and recommendations to management.</li>
<li>Manage daily operations for accounts receivable, accounts payable, employee expense reimbursements, and bank reconciliations.</li>
<li>Prepare work for tax filings, collaborate with external accountants/tax advisors, and ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local tax regulations.</li>
<li>Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.</li>
<li>Participate in internal and external audits, providing required documentation and assisting with the implementation of audit recommendations.</li>
<li>Maintain and optimize financial processes and internal controls to improve efficiency and mitigate risks.</li>
<li>Handle financial communication and coordination with headquarters or other Mandarin-speaking teams/clients/vendors.</li>
<li>Perform other related financial and administrative duties as assigned.</li>
</ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.</li>
<li><strong>Minimum of 5 years of full-time relevant accounting experience. Hands-on experience with U.S. GAAP is highly preferred.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Native or fluent proficiency in Mandarin Chinese, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.</strong></li>
<li>Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP) and MS Office Suite (with advanced Excel skills).</li>
<li>Strong numerical and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset.</li>
<li>High degree of professionalism, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information. Must be responsible and a team player.</li>
<li>CPA certification or equivalent is a plus.</li>
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