Accounting Manager

Kasai North America•Murfreesboro, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversee the organization's full-cycle accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely vendor payments, and efficient client collections. Manage cash flow, reconcile accounts, assist with month-end closing, and supervise staff to maintain financial record integrity and compliance with regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, required.
At least 5 years of experience in accounting, with significant exposure to balance sheet reconciliation
Knowledge of computer based operations and associated programs.
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and systems.
Must possess ability to resolve complex discrepancies.
Must possess above average math skills.
Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
Must be able to work independently in the absence of supervision.
Must be able to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree – either an MBA or CPA, preferred.
Prior experience in automotive, or a similarly complex, industry is a plus

Responsibilities

Supervise the work of accounting staff in the areas of accounts payable, including invoice processing, validation, expense vouchers, and vendor payments.
Supervise the work of accounting staff in the areas of accounts receivable, including billing, customer collections, and payment reconciliations.
Reconcile vendor/customer aging reports, monitor cash flow, and ensure accurate financial record keeping.
Prepare monthly closing reports and/or journal entries.
Establish accounting policies for the company and prepare reports which outline the company's financial position in the areas of Sales/Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable income, expenses and earnings based on past, present and future obligations.
Support any Internal/External Audits in respect to A/R and A/P as well as financial reports to Japan.
Regular communication to KNA Management team regarding current accounting issues, ongoing process improvement projects, any help needs, and escalation points as needed
Support and collaborate with Plant Controllers on Accounting duties.
Work closely with other departments or individuals on problems involving accounting systems & payments.
Provide the organization with the appropriate financial and operating information necessary to facilitate company and department planning and results measurement.
Accelerate cash receipts and control disbursements, establish and maintain credit and collation procedures and evaluate and implement computerized accounting systems.
Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety standards, 5S practices, regulatory and/or customer requirements.
Other duties as assigned