Senior Manager, Accounting Shanghai (China) Riot Games Posted 20 hours ago Finance Senior (5+ years)

Gamecompanies; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the gaming industry is seeking a Senior Manager of Accounting to oversee its China operations. This strategic role blends deep technical expertise with hands-on execution, focusing on compliance with US and PRC accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in accounting leadership, a deep understanding of internal controls, and strong communication skills, especially in a bilingual environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience including Big 4 and multinational corporate accounting.
• Strong understanding of both US GAAP and PRC GAAP.
• Bilingual in Mandarin and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial accounting and reporting for Riot’s China operations.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and PRC GAAP.
• Lead accounting transformation initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

Accounting Standards

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

ERP systems (Yonsuite preferred)

Oracle

Job description

Riot Games was established in 2006 by entrepreneurial gamers who believe that player-focused game development can result in great games. In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to critical and player acclaim. As the most played video game in the world, over 100 million players engage with it every month. Players form the foundation of our community, and it’s for them that we continue to evolve and improve the League of Legends experience.

We’re looking for humble but ambitious, razor-sharp professionals who can teach us a thing or two. We promise to return the favor. Like us, you take play seriously; you’re passionate about games. We embrace those who see things differently, aren’t afraid to experiment, and who have a healthy disregard for constraints.

That's where you come in.

As a Senior Manager of Accounting, you will oversee all accounting operations for Riot’s China businesses, ensuring full compliance with both US GAAP and PRC GAAP. Reporting to the Director of Accounting, you will collaborate with global and regional finance teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting, oversee statutory audits, and drive accounting operational excellence. This position blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution, requiring deep technical expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to build effective partnerships with key stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Manage the financial accounting and reporting function for Riot’s China operations, including statutory filings and internal reporting
2. Ensure compliance with both US GAAP and PRC GAAP; work closely with global accounting to ensure alignment on policies and practices
3. Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and trend analysis for accounts such as revenue, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, accounts payable, and other areas
4. Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting
5. Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and accounting policies
6. Review contracts and significant transactions to assess accounting implications and ensure appropriate treatment
7. Lead accounting transformation initiatives, including process improvements, system implementations, and the adoption of automation technologies or scalable software solutions
8. Serve as a trusted advisor to cross-functional teams including Legal, Finance, Tax, and Business Operations

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience including Big 4 public accounting and multinational corporate accounting in a leadership role
• Strong understanding of both US GAAP and PRC GAAP
• Hands-on experience managing accounting close, internal controls, and policy implementation
• Proven ability to lead and grow a high-performing team
• CPA or equivalent (US, PRC or international certification)
• Bilingual in Mandarin and English

Desired Qualifications:

• Operational experience in technology, media, or gaming industries
• Experience with ERP systems (Yonsuite and Oracle preferred)
• Prior experience supporting global or regional accounting transformation projects

Don’t forget to include a resume and cover letter. We receive a lot of applications, but we’ll notice a fun, well-written intro that shows us you take play seriously.