Financial Controller

Financial Controller

1. Position Overview
This position involves performing financial control and management for the U.S. subsidiary of a global defense and technology leader.
• Employment Structure: Please note that this is not a direct full-time position with the end-client. The successful candidate will be employed through an Employer of Record (EOR) company, providing dedicated services to the client.
• Role Purpose: For the first year, the candidate will be based in Philadelphia to master business processes and subsequently serve as a key strategic bridge between the parent company and the subsidiary.
2. Location & Work Schedule
• Employer: EOR Company (assigned to the Client)
• Location & Format:
o Year 1: On-site at the subsidiary office in Philadelphia, PA (1 day remote
possible).
o After Year 1: Based in Washington D.C. or Remote (Note: Weekly travel to the
Philadelphia subsidiary will be required).

3. Key Responsibilities
Financial Closing & Reporting
• Provide timely financial closing data to the parent company headquarters as requested.
• Perform quarterly IFRS conversion of financial statements.
• Support quarterly consolidated closing for the acquisition SPV, including the preparation
of consolidated financial statements.
Performance Analysis
• Analyze closing results, including fluctuations in assets, liabilities, revenue, COGS, and expenses.
• Perform variance analysis between actual results and forecasts, identifying and mitigating associated risks.

Business Planning Support
• Support subsidiary business planning, including forecasts for orders, revenue, profit, and cash flow.
• Manage planning data according to the frequency and cadence determined by the parent company.
Internal Control & Compliance
• Build, improve, and ensure the rigorous operation of the internal accounting control system.
• Ensure the subsidiary complies with US GAAP, K-IFRS, and relevant Korean and U.S.
regulations through close collaboration with headquarters.
• Document key accounting policies to ensure full alignment with parent company policies under US GAAP standards.
4. Key Qualifications
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen (Required for security clearance purposes).
• Certification: AICPA holder.
• Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in finance, accounting, or audit.
• Language: Bilingual fluency in both Korean and English is mandatory.
5. Additional Information
• Job Title: Financial Controller (Final title may be adjusted based on the candidate's specific experience and background).

Location: This position is primarily remote; however, the employee is expected to visit the subsidiary office located in Pennsylvania approximately 3–4 times per week.