Finance Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Protective Industrial Products, Inc. (PIP), a leading global provider of personal protective equipment serving a wide range of industrial and commercial customers, has an immediate opening in the Finance Department.

We are seeking candidates with a strong commitment to excellence and continuous improvement; demonstrated high performance; strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities; unwavering integrity and confidentiality; and the ability to collaborate effectively within a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

This position will report to the CFO Asia. The China Controller plays a critical role in supporting the financial operations across China. The position is responsible for maintaining and controlling key general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate recording of transactions, and supporting compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Company policies. Responsibilities include oversight of daily accounting activities, analysis of costs and variances, review of inventory‑related transactions, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records related to procurement, production, and logistics.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of core accounting principles. They should demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and a proactive mindset toward identifying process improvements—especially those impacting inventory accuracy, workflow efficiency, and internal controls. Strong interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to partner effectively with cross‑functional teams, including operations, supply chain, procurement, engineering, and external stakeholders such as vendors and service providers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial Management & Reporting
  • Lead and manage all accounting and financial reporting activities for the China entities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
  • Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and analysis of key balance sheet accounts.
  • Ensure compliance with PRC GAAP, US GAAP, SOX/internal controls, and local statutory reporting requirements.
  • Prepare financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses for operations, supply chain, and corporate leadership.
  • Support annual budget and periodic forecast cycles.
• Inventory, Procurement, and Supply Chain Controls
• Lead inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical counts, reconciliation, valuation, and analysis of discrepancies.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory transactions across procurement, production, warehousing, and distribution.
• Oversee GR/IR processes, resolve blocked invoices, and maintain strong controls over material receipts and vendor payments.
• Collaborate with supply chain and purchasing teams to validate purchase price accuracy, monitor PPV (purchase price variances), and improve cost controls.
• Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit
• Maintain strong internal control environments across all manufacturing and financial processes, including segregation of duties, workflow approvals, and documentation.
• Lead preparation for internal and external audits, providing required schedules, support, and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, PRC government regulations, tax requirements, and financial governance standards.
• Business Partnering & Leadership
• Serve as a key business partner to all functional teams to support decision‑making and operational improvements.
• Provide financial guidance for initiatives, capital investments, cost‑reduction programs, and productivity projects.
• Lead and develop the local accounting team, ensuring high performance, continuous improvement, and alignment with global standards.
• Systems, Process Improvement & Efficiency
• Drive process improvements across accounting workflows, and inventory management.
• Champion ERP/data‑integrity initiatives (SAP or other ERP), ensuring accurate master data, BOMs, routings, and cost structures.
• Identify opportunities to streamline manual processes and enhance financial visibility using reporting tools and automation.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within medium to large global organizations. Strong command of PRC GAAP, US GAAP, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Strong proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems, especially in modules (MM/PP/FI/CO). Ability to ensure master data accuracy and drive system‑based process improvements.
• Ability to analyze complex data and identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities across production, inventory, and procurement processes.
• Proven ability to partner with Commercial, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Procurement teams to support business decisions and improve operational performance.
• Solid understanding of SOX/internal controls, segregation of duties, workflow approvals, and financial governance frameworks within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese; dependable, organized, detail‑oriented, and committed to confidentiality and integrity.