Mandarin Speaking Accounting Manager - manufacturing

Opportunity for a Mandarin speaking professional to join a global leading renewable energy (PV) manufacturing company as Accounting Manager. Cost accountant background & experience is a strong plus.

Visa will be sponsored.

Location: on side, willing to consider locate to South Carolina

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations with a strong focus on manufacturing cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial reporting. This role ensures accurate financial records, supports month-end close activities, and partners with operations to provide timely financial information for business decisions.

Essential Responsibilities

● Oversee daily accounting activities, including General Ledger, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and account reconciliations.

● Manage month-end close processes and ensure accurate financial reporting.

● Review product costing, inventory valuation, and manufacturing cost variances.

● Monitor inventory transactions and support physical inventory counts.

● Prepare cost analysis, variance reports, and other financial reports for management.

● Ensure accounting records comply with company policies and applicable accounting standards.

● Support internal and external audits.

● Work closely with Operations, Purchasing, and Corporate Finance to improve accounting processes and cost visibility.

● Supervise and provide guidance to accounting staff as needed.

Qualifications

Required

● Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

● Bilingual in Mandarin

● Previous accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.

● Leadership or supervisory experience preferred (not a must)

● Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and general accounting.

● Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.).

● Advanced Excel skills.

● Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred

● CPA or CMA certification.

● Experience supporting a manufacturing startup.

● Bilingual in Mandarin is a plus.