SBT Global, Inc.
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Financial Controller (Korean Bilingual)

Location
Irvine, CA
Listed
3 days ago

About the role

  • Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
  • Lead and manage full month-end and year-end closing process
  • Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
  • Ensure timely preparation of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
  • Maintain close calendar and improve closing efficiency
  • Review revenue recognition and COGS accuracy
  • Retail & Distribution Accounting
  • Oversee accounting for major retail accounts (Costco, Ulta, Target, etc.)
  • Monitor chargebacks, deductions, and promotional allowances
  • Review trade spend, co-op accruals, and TPD accounting
  • Ensure accurate inventory valuation and reconciliation
  • Analyze gross margin by channel and brand
  • Reporting & Compliance
  • Prepare internal management reports and variance analysis
  • Support external audits and tax filings
  • Ensure GAAP compliance and strengthen internal controls
  • Maintain documentation for revenue, inventory, and expense policies
  • Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
  • Monitor AR aging and deduction exposure
  • Partner with operations on inventory planning and reserves
  • Support forecasting and budget planning process
  • Analyze working capital trends
  • Team & Process Improvement
  • Supervise accounting staff (if applicable)
  • Improve ERP workflows and reporting automation
  • Implement best practices in financial controls
  • Support system upgrades and process optimization

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Korean Bilingual
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • 2+ years in supervisory or managerial role preferred
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Experience in distribution, CPG, or retail accounting preferred
  • Strong Excel skills (advanced functions required)
  • ERP system experience required
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience

  • Experience handling retailer deductions and chargebacks
  • Experience with inventory-heavy business models
  • Experience with multi-entity or international operations
  • Audit experience (public accounting background a plus)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About the Company

  • On Site
  • Salary: $130,000 DOE
  • Bilingual Korean required

We are seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Controller to lead month-end closing, financial reporting, and internal controls for a fast-growing multi-brand distribution business.

This role will oversee the integrity of financial statements, ensure timely and accurate reporting, and partner cross-functionally to support operational and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate has strong GAAP knowledge, distribution/CPG experience, and hands-on experience managing complex retail accounting environments.

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From SBT Global, Inc.'s careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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