General Accountant

HICO America; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HICO America is seeking a General Accountant to support financial operations, maintain ledgers, prepare entries, and assist in audits and budgeting. The role emphasizes accuracy and compliance with GAAP and IFRS, with a focus on reliable records and timely closing.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's in accounting and finance, 2+ years experience, strong Excel skills, and may have SAP experience and Korean language proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of both GAAP and IFRS
• Proficiency in Excel
• Fluency in Korean is preferred.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks
• CPA certification or working towards it
• Proficiency in SAP
• Fluency in Korean language

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger and ensure all transactions are properly recorded
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closing activities
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports
• Coordinate with accounts payable and receivable processes
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Maintain and reconcile 70+ corporate credit cards
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations
• Maintain organized records and documentation for all financial activities

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Korean language (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

The General Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of a company by managing daily accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and assisting in audits and budgeting. This role plays a vital part in maintaining the integrity of financial data and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

THE NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Maintain general ledger and ensure all transactions are properly recorded
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closing activities
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports
• Coordinate with accounts payable and receivable processes
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Maintain and reconcile 70+ corporate credit cards
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations
• Maintain organized records and documentation for all financial activities

THE DESCRIPTION ABOVE REPRESENTS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER OCCASIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENTS NOT MENTIONED.

EDUCATION/SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of both GAAP and IFRS
• Proficiency in Excel
• Fluency in Korean is preferred.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

Preferred Skills (Optional):

• CPA certification or working towards it
• Proficiency in SAP
• Fluency in Korean language

Ability to self-control under pressure and fast-paced work-environment

Ability to meet required deadline

Ability to build trusty and co-operative relationship with suppliers, customers, co-workers, and management team

HICO America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.