Kobre & Kim consistently seeks exceptional candidates with the talent to deliver outstanding service that anticipates client needs.
Position Details:
We are seeking a dedicated Accountant to work from our Seoul Office, reporting directly to the Controller. In this role, you will manage billing processes, handle accounts payable, and work with financial statements to ensure accuracy in general accounting tasks. You will also interact with the firms outside accountants and collaborate with our Finance teams in both the Seoul and U.S. offices, as well as our administrative teams.
Supervisor:
Controller
Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial reports, forecasts, and budgets
- Prepare various types of invoices
- Manage Accounts Payable processes
- Monitor billing procedures for assigned billing attorneys
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams within the firm
- Interface with local and external vendors to provide timely information and respond to inquiries
- Ensure the prompt preparation of relevant tax information
- Participate in ad-hoc projects
- Recommend updates to current financial processes to align with the firm’s culture and size
Requirements:
- Possess a degree in Business, Accounting, or Economics with AICPA preferred (Korea licenses such as KICPA or KCPTA are not allowed under applicable law)
- Open to recent graduates or candidates with up to 4 years of relevant experience
- Be fluent in English, as the role requires frequent verbal and written communication
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
- Value teamwork and thrive in collaborative environments
- Maintain a positive work attitude and foster strong relationships within the team
- Handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion
- Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Exhibit excellent communication skills
- Have a detail-oriented approach with a high level of accuracy
Company Description:
Kobre & Kim is a conflict-free global law firm focused exclusively on disputes and investigations, often involving fraud and misconduct. Recognized as the premier firm for cross-border disputes, the firm has a particular focus on financial products and services litigation, insolvency disputes, intellectual property litigation, international judgment enforcement and asset recovery, and U.S. government enforcement and regulatory investigations. With more than 400 employees throughout the firm’s 15 global office locations, Kobre & Kim recognizes the value of incorporating diverse perspectives and professional disciplines to generate the most effective solutions for clients.
Further information about the firm is available at
www.kobrekim.com
Kobre & Kim employees take pride in providing our clients around the world with service that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and clients we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative, and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.
Kobre & Kim is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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