Senior Accountant

Smith Japan GK; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double Pay

Discretionary bonus

Mobile allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Medical scheme

Gym sponsorships

Team activities

Job summary

Smith seeks a senior accounting professional to lead regional accounting across APAC, with strong SAP experience and a track record of managing multinational entities. The role emphasizes accuracy, deadlines, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced environment.

The position offers exposure to diverse markets, vendor management, and month-end processes, with opportunities for leadership and professional growth in a global distribution business.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of solid accounting experience, with at least 3 years of proven team leadership in a multinational or regional environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP.
• Experience managing accounting functions for entities across China, Singapore, Japan, Taiwan and Malaysia.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and perform well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Perform vendor statement reconciliations and promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of supporting documents and prepare accounting vouchers.
• Process and review employee expense claims in accordance with company policies.
• Conduct freight charge audits and ensure proper cost allocation and documentation.
• Manage vendor master data, including vendor code creation and maintenance.
• Prepare and execute online banking transactions while ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Assist in month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and preparation of financial reports.
• Support regional accounting operations for APAC entities.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Liaise with internal departments, vendors, and external stakeholders on accounting-related matters.
• Perform general accounting duties and undertake ad hoc assignments as required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualification a plus

Tools

SAP

Job description

About Smith

Founded in 1984, Smith sources, manages, and distributes the electronic components that go into everything from mobile phones and computers to appliances and automobiles. Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components and ranks eighth among all global distributors.

We buy and sell components 24 hours per day, with global sales of USD $6 billion in 2026 and in excess of USD $16 billion over the last five years. We're always moving as we help manufacturers navigate market shifts, customize supply chain solutions, test components using cutting-edge technology, and more.

As a privately held company, Smith employs more than 800 people worldwide, with offices spanning four continents. Our team members are spread out around the world while staying connected to each other, allowing us to provide the expertise of a multinational company while still giving the tailored support of a local business. We have regional headquarters in Houston, Amsterdam, and Hong Kong sales and purchasing offices in Austin, Bangalore, Berlin, Cluj-Napoca, Guadalajara, London, Munich, New York, Penang, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Tokyo, and distribution hubs in Houston, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

For more information, please visit our company website: https://www.smithweb.com

Requirements

• Minimum 15 years of solid accounting experience, with at least 3 years of proven team leadership experience of leading the team, preferably in a multinational or regional environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP
• Proven experience managing accounting functions for entities across China, Singapore, Japan, Taiwan and Malaysia .
• Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and perform well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform vendor statement reconciliations and promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of supporting documents and prepare accounting vouchers.
• Process and review employee expense claims in accordance with company policies.
• Conduct freight charge audits and ensure proper cost allocation and documentation.
• Manage vendor master data, including vendor code creation and maintenance.
• Prepare and execute online banking transactions while ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Assist in month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and preparation of financial reports.
• Support regional accounting operations for APAC entities.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Liaise with internal departments, vendors, and external stakeholders on accounting-related matters.
• Perform general accounting duties and undertake ad hoc assignments as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification is an advantage.
• Experience in a regional accounting role with exposure to APAC operations is highly preferred.

What We Offer

• Rewarding careers with fast-track progression opportunities.
• Doube Pay and discretionary bonus
• Prime office Environment in a newly renovated office space.
• Mobile allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement Benefits for professional growth.
• Medical Scheme and gym sponsorships.
• Company activities and team outings.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.