Assistant Accounting Manager

JAC Recruitment; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

JAC Recruitment seeks an experienced Assistant Accounting Manager to join its growing U.S. team for a leading Japanese food manufacturer.

This hands-on leadership role covers accounting operations, month-end close, staff supervision, and a major ERP transition to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. You will ensure US GAAP compliance, supervise staff, collaborate with Sales, Logistics, and Marketing, and support audits and tax activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with month-end close, GL accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Experience leading or supervising accounting staff and developing the team.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, accrual accounting and audit support.
• ERP experience and reporting improvements; exposure to Dynamics 365, NetSuite, SAP or similar platforms preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations incl. AP/AR, cash applications, billing reviews, and banking activities.
• Manage month-end close processes with journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and reconciliations.
• Prepare audit-ready financial statements and balance sheet analyses in line with U.S. GAAP; support audits and tax activities.
• Drive ERP transition from QuickBooks Desktop to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central; data migration and reporting validation.
• Calculate and reconcile sales commissions, trade rebates, and freight/warehouse costs across channels.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff through ongoing training and meetings.
• Collaborate with Sales, Logistics, and Marketing to support business operations and process improvements.
• Contribute to strategic projects supporting company growth.

Skills

Leadership

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

A leading Japanese food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Assistant Accounting Manager to join its growing U.S. team. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity responsible for accounting operations, month-end close, staff supervision, and ERP implementation, with significant exposure to both U.S. management and Japan headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR, cash applications, billing reviews, customer credit memos, and banking activities.
• Manage month-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, inventory-related adjustments, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare audit-ready financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger analyses in compliance with U.S. GAAP, while supporting annual audits and tax-related activities.
• Play a key role in the company's ERP transition from QuickBooks Desktop to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including data migration, reporting validation, and process improvements.
• Calculate and reconcile sales commissions, trade rebates, freight and warehouse-related costs, ensuring accuracy across multiple business channels.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff through ongoing training, regular meetings, and performance support.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams including Sales, Logistics, and Marketing to support business operations, resolve accounting issues, and improve processes.
• Contribute to additional projects and initiatives that support the continued growth of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prior experience leading or supervising accounting staff, with the ability to mentor team members and support departmental growth.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, accrual accounting, and audit support.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting process improvements; exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365, NetSuite, SAP, or similar platforms is highly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated professional with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Salary

USD 95,000 - 115,000 + Discretionary Bonus

Location

Torrance, CA

Work Style

Onsite

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid time off, paid sick leave and Paid holidays
• 401(k)