Sr. Director Accounting

Please Note: To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period.  Advancing the World’s Technology Together Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.  We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities. 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. The Senior Director provides strategic leadership and oversight across four primary functional areas: Financial Reporting Corporate Accounting (including Fixed Assets and Internal Control) Treasury Accounts Payable (AP) Key Partnerships: Internal Operations: While Accounts Receivable (AR) and Credit functions are managed by a separate Operations team, this role requires close collaboration with them to manage revenue and receivables. Executive Leadership: Serves as a key business partner to the CFO, Controller, and the global headquarters in Korea to align accounting policies and control frameworks. 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. Work Environment Location: This role is based at the San Jose Headquarters. We offer a Flexible Work policy to support work-life integration while ensuring the necessary onsite presence for operational success. 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 a