• Monthly/Quarterly closing activities- prepare, process and review month-end journal entries;

　　• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations; gather data and generate reports in support of trend analysis if required.

　　• Independently responsible for month-end/annual closing and report submission, account reconciliation, submit internal and external reporting packages, i.e. OneStream report, regional report, internal management report, BS, PL, etc.

　　• Perform detailed analysis of account balances to ensure accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP as part of the overall accounting close process.

　　• Establish rationale and justification for required adjustments to ensure account balances are appropriately stated.

　　• Identify accounting system deficiencies, recommend process improvements to provide timely, accurate and useful information to ensure accurate financial reporting and partner with the systems group to drive required changes.

　　• Develop, maintain and update desk procedures documentation as processes change for efficiency.

　　• Assist in projects that support the overall objectives of the department when required.

　　• Provide policy guidance and process support to business unit and regional finance teams on appropriate accounting areas in accordance with GAAP and company policy.

　　• Participate in the maintenance of Sarbanes Oxley cycle narratives within the area of responsibility and accurately present key controls within each narrative.

　　• Ensure all SOX key controls are appropriately completed within the area of responsibility.

　　• Take ownership of the preparation and coordination of the annual internal/external audit process.

　　• Establish audit-worthy evidence and documentation to ensure no significant audit deficiencies are identified by internal and/or external audit.

　　• Prepare detailed fluctuation analysis for quarterly and annual audits for the purpose of presenting the rationale and closing open issues with internal/ external auditors.

　　• Liaison of government authorities / Outside service provider (External accounting firm, bank) / Edwards Global (Finance)/ JAPAC (Finance) in accomplishing the statutory and internal reporting requirements.

　　Education & Experience:

　　• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance with 5 years of previous related experience is required.

　　• Public accounting experience is preferred.

　　• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.

　　• Solid knowledge of financial concepts and principles.

　　• Solid knowledge and understanding of Edwards policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to corporate accounting.

　　• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).

　　• Solid problem-solving, critical thinking, and investigative skills.

　　• Proven expertise in MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel and related financial systems.

　　• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills.

　　• Experience using the JDE, Blackline and/or OneStream is a plus.

　　• Experience working in a large MNC company is preferred.

　　• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

　　• Ability to build productive internal/external working relationships.

　　• Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and representing the department on specific projects.

　　• Expertise in own functional areas and general knowledge of other areas impacted within the business.