Sr. Director Accounting

Samsungsemiconductor; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 402,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/401k benefits

Paid time off (4+ weeks)

Health and fitness resources

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor in San Jose is looking for a Senior Director of Accounting to lead the accounting function for its U.S. semiconductor sales and R&D entity. This role involves overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards, and maintaining robust internal controls.

The ideal candidate will bring over 15 years of progressive accounting experience and a strong background in multijurisdictional environments, along with leadership skills to manage a high-performing team. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior leadership roles.
• Strong expertise in IFRS and US GAAP.
• Proven experience in multinational environments with strong HQ collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Oversee accounting for major capital expenditures.
• Manage relationships with both U.S. and Korean banks.

Skills

IFRS expertise

US GAAP expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

What You’ll Do

Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. is seeking a Senior Director of Accounting to lead the accounting function for the U.S. semiconductor sales and R&D entity. The primary objective of this role is to oversee all accounting operations, ensure financial reporting adheres to IFRS standards, and maintain a robust internal control environment to ensure the reliability of financial data.

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose Headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.

Reports to: CFO.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Compliance (IFRS & US GAAP)

  • Closing Process: Lead the full-cycle month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for the U.S. subsidiary to ensure accurate financial statements and trial balances.
  • HQ Reporting: Deliver comprehensive reporting packages to the Korean HQ based on IFRS, including detailed reconciliations between US GAAP and IFRS.
  • Audit Management: Act as the primary liaison for external auditors to ensure the timely completion of statutory audits.

• Corporate Accounting, Fixed Assets & Internal Controls

  • CapEx Management: Oversee accounting for major capital expenditures, specifically focusing on:
    • Asset-Under-Construction (AUC) tracking.
    • Depreciation scheduling and impairment testing.
    • Physical inventory tagging for high-value equipment.
  • Tax and Intercompany: Support tax planning (including R&D tax credits) and monitor intercompany transfer‑pricing agreements between the U.S. subsidiary and Korean HQ.
  • Control Frameworks: Design, implement, and monitor the Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) framework to align with local regulations and global parent company standards.
  • Policy Development: Establish localized accounting policies to ensure transaction integrity and consistency.

• Treasury & Cash Management

  • Liquidity Planning: Direct the preparation of rolling cash-flow forecasts to ensure sufficient liquidity for capital investments and daily operations.
  • Banking Relations: Manage relationships with both U.S. and Korean banks, coordinating with HQ Treasury regarding capital and intercompany loans.

• Accounts Payable (AP) & Operational Excellence

  • P2P Workflow Management: Oversee the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process to ensure vendor payments are accurate and timely while upholding strict internal controls.
  • ERP Optimization: Lead the optimization of accounting modules within ERP systems (such as SAP or Oracle) to increase automation in expense management and invoice processing.
  • Corporate Programs: Responsible for the management of corporate credit-card programs.

• Strategic Leadership & HQ Liaison

  • Global Coordination: Serve as the strategic link between the U.S. accounting team and the Korean Headquarters, ensuring effective communication regarding U.S. regulatory updates and business trends.
  • Executive Support: Deliver data-driven insights to the CFO and executive leadership to inform strategic decisions regarding new product launches and market expansion.
  • Team Development: Lead a high-performing team across all accounting functions by establishing professional development pathways and clear KPIs.

• Technical Accounting & Business Partnership

  • Policy Definition: Establish accounting policies and provide organizational guidance on cost-related matters and revenue recognition.
  • Contract Analysis: Evaluate the accounting implications associated with complex contracts and transactions.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Controller, Credit, Legal, and Finance teams to mitigate financial risk and support business decision‑making.

• Organizational Leadership

  • Culture Building: Utilize people-management skills to create inclusive, high-performing teams based on psychological safety, accountability, and trust.
  • Global Alignment: Manage cross-cultural dynamics and organizational complexity to ensure alignment across global teams.
  • Mentorship: Coach team members to scale their organizational impact, act decisively, and think strategically.

What You Bring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA required)
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior leadership roles
• Strong expertise in IFRS and US GAAP
• Deep experience in revenue recognition and contract-related accounting
• Proven experience in multinational environments with strong HQ collaboration
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, multi-functional teams
• Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced and complex organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 background
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Treasury or cash management experience
• Experience in semiconductor, manufacturing, or technology industry
• Experience in tax or working closely with tax functions
• Familiarity with international tax and regulatory environments

What We Offer

The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all U.S. locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

Base Pay Range: $230,000 – $402,000 USD

Benefits

• Paycheck flexibility and comprehensive medical/dental/vision/401k benefits
• Charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved in community service
• Paid time off (4+ weeks) plus holidays and sick leave
• Family support including fertility care or adoption stipend, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for pets
• Emotional wellness resources: on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions
• Health and fitness: onsite café and gym, plus virtual fitness classes
• Flexibility: support for flexible work environments to achieve balance

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.

When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long‑term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy‑related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.

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