Financial Controller (Korean Bilingual)
SBT Global, Inc. Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at SBT Global, Inc. Irvine · full-time · $130,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run month- and year-end close, checking journal entries, accruals, reconciliations and financial statements
- Review revenue, cost of goods, inventory values and retailer deductions across accounts and brands
- Prepare management reports and variance reviews, support audits and tax filings, and reinforce GAAP controls
- Track receivables and working capital, partnering with operations on inventory reserves and planning
- Guide accounting staff and improve ERP workflows, reporting automation and financial controls
What you bring
- You are bilingual in Korean and hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- You have at least five years of accounting experience and strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- You bring advanced Excel skills and experience using an ERP system
- Distribution, consumer packaged goods or retail accounting experience is preferred
Who this fits
This onsite Irvine role suits an experienced accounting professional comfortable overseeing close, reporting and controls in retail or distribution settings. Korean fluency is required, and the position includes supervising accounting staff where applicable.
From the employer
On Site
Salary: $130,000 DOE
Bilingual Korean required
We are seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Controller to lead month-end closing, financial reporting, and internal controls for a fast-growing multi-brand distribution business.
This role will oversee the integrity of financial statements, ensure timely and accurate reporting, and partner cross-functionally to support operational and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate has strong GAAP knowledge, distribution/CPG experience, and hands-on experience managing complex retail accounting environments.
1. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Lead and manage full month-end and year-end closing process
- Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Ensure timely preparation of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
- Maintain close calendar and improve closing efficiency
- Review revenue recognition and COGS accuracy
2. Retail & Distribution Accounting
- Oversee accounting for major retail accounts (Costco, Ulta, Target, etc.)
- Monitor chargebacks, deductions, and promotional allowances
- Review trade spend, co-op accruals, and TPD accounting
- Ensure accurate inventory valuation and reconciliation
- Analyze gross margin by channel and brand
3. Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare internal management reports and variance analysis
- Support external audits and tax filings
- Ensure GAAP compliance and strengthen internal controls
- Maintain documentation for revenue, inventory, and expense policies
4. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
- Monitor AR aging and deduction exposure
- Partner with operations on inventory planning and reserves
- Support forecasting and budget planning process
- Analyze working capital trends
5. Team & Process Improvement
- Supervise accounting staff (if applicable)
- Improve ERP workflows and reporting automation
- Implement best practices in financial controls
- Support system upgrades and process optimization
- Korean Bilingual
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of accounting experience
- 2+ years in supervisory or managerial role preferred
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Experience in distribution, CPG, or retail accounting preferred
- Strong Excel skills (advanced functions required)
- ERP system experience required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred Experience
- Experience handling retailer deductions and chargebacks
- Experience with inventory-heavy business models
- Experience with multi-entity or international operations
- Audit experience (public accounting background a plus)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.