Finance Manager | TDK AIsight Korea

AIsight is looking for a hands-on Manager, Finance to build and run our local finance function in Korea from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to own the full finance operation for a fast-growing technology venture, backed by a global technology leader, while working closely with local engineering, business, and global finance teams.

If you love building things from scratch, working close to the business, and being the finance backbone of a growing entity, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close, preparing accurate financial statements under IFRS
• Build the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial plans from the ground up
• Deliver financial reporting packages and variance analyses to local leadership and global finance
• Partner directly with R&D, product, and business development teams on project-level budgets
• Lead cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis, and banking relationships in Korea
• Design internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes that scale with the business
• Manage transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and consolidation with global entities
• Handle Korean statutory reporting, corporate tax filings, VAT, and payroll tax compliance, working directly with auditors, tax advisors, and regulators
• Ensure compliance with Korean labor law and related financial obligations
• Turn financial and operational data into clear recommendations for hiring, capex, and investment decisions
• Select and implement financial systems that meet both local and global reporting needs

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 5–8+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience in Korea, ideally with startup or hardware/tech exposure
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Korean statutory/tax requirements; multinational or subsidiary accounting experience is a plus
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (Oracle, NetSuite, SAP, or similar)
• Business-level fluency in English and Korean
• Comfort working across time zones with international teams

Nice to have: Korean CPA (KICPA), CMA, or MBA; experience in semiconductors, consumer electronics, AI/robotics, or wearables; experience supporting a new entity or carve-out within a larger corporate structure; familiarity with R&D cost accounting.

Location: Seoul, South Korea | Employment Type: Full-Time