Job Description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of financial data and documenting accounting treatment of new, existing and potential transactions of the Company based on the Company’s accounting standards and IFRS. Responsibilities will be focused on new business process development, technical accounting, memo documentation, month-end closing, inventory management, journal entry recording, flux review, as well as ad hoc analysis and coordination for various accounting projects per Accounting Leadership request. Position will have the authority to make decisions as to proper accounting transaction and procedures (subject to the transaction at hand). Position will report directly to the Director of Corporate Accounting

Role and Responsibilities

• Document accounting treatment of the Company’s transactions in accordance with internal reporting standards and IFRS
• Analyze complex accounting issues and resolve appropriately
• Provide guidance to the various business groups of the Company and recommend appropriate accounting procedures based on facts and circumstances of transaction.
• Assist with periodic process audits and review of inventory-related controls to ensure proper management and reconciliation of consumer electronic inventory including cycle count compliance, proper transaction, virtual bucket analysis, obsolescence risk, and inventory observation.
• Assist with both internal and external audit support as required, inclusive of the Company’s risk management tools and open item reduction (FSCS and Financial Health Check).
• Support SEA Accounting Leadership with ad hoc projects assigned by management including internal reporting and communications.
• Support performance of Company’s month-end close process, journal entry recording, account reconciliation, and flux review
• Responsible for overall review of Samsung Rewards ecosystem and accrual adequacy.
• Assist with open item maintenance and reconciliation of the Company’s GL accounts
• Assist with performance of legal depositions throughout the year as finance representative of the Company where testimony is legally binding.

Skills and Qualifications

To qualify for this position, the following minimal background and skill levels are required:

• A Master’s Degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field from a four-year college or university
• 10 - 14 years of accounting or related experiences involving full cycle accounting, closing and audit duties, technical accounting, documenting processes, and reporting to executive level management. Public Accounting experience in an audit role highly preferred where years of required experience can lower to 5 to 8 years.
• Experience managing individuals, developing staff, and providing guidance
• Experience with project management; planning, organizing, and prioritizing multiple complex assignments and projects
• In-depth use and knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Tableau and SAP

Necessary Skills/Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels within the organization and have frequent external contacts.
• Demonstrated effective writing, public speaking, and training skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with multiples levels within the company
• Detailed oriented person with strong leadership experience willing to take on a challenge
• The ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple and simultaneous projects and assignments.
• Reads, interprets, and acts on proper understanding of accounting and financial documents based on corporate legal, accounting principles, and business financial philosophy.
• Ability to communicate in writing, through emails and reports, or orally, complex accounting and financial reporting matters to an audience that may include less technically oriented listeners.

• Ability to supervise the activities of staff members in order to achieve personal and team goals and complete assignments within established time frames and specifications.
• Bilingual Korean and English speaking preferred, but not required, in order to assist with Suwon-level reporting.

At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.

• Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodations for Qualified Individuals with Disabilities During the Application Process

Samsung Electronics America is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact our Reasonable Accommodation Team (855-557-3247) or SEA_Accommodations_Ext@sea.samsung.com for assistance. This number is for accommodation requests only and is not intended for general employment inquiries.

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