Accounting Senior Manager

Summary: A globally well-established beverage company is seeking General / Senior Manager. The General / Senior Manager is responsible for serving as a central business partner across the organization, driving profitability and supporting executive decision-making. This position works closely with the accounting department while remaining independent from day-to-day accounting operations. The role acts as a hub connecting executive management, sales, logistics, warehouse, and production teams, translating operational activities into financial insights and actionable strategies to improve company performance. Location: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA Reports To: Vice President Key Responsibilities: Business & Financial Planning Lead the annual budget preparation and budget control processes in close collaboration with accounting and operational departments Analyze financial and operational performance and provide clear, decision-oriented insights to executive management Support management in evaluating business plans, investments, and operational initiatives Profitability & Cost Management Drive cost accounting and margin analysis in coordination with Accounting, Production, and Supply Chain Lead and execute pricing and price increase initiatives, including financial modeling, impact analysis, and performance tracking Design and promote cost reduction and productivity improvement programs across sales, distribution, warehouse, and manufacturing functions Cross-Functional Business Support Act as a financial and business partner to: Sales Distribution / Logistics Warehouse Production / Manufacturing Translate operational challenges into financial impact and improvement opportunities Support cross-departmental alignment to ensure profitability-focused decision-making Liaison & Communication Serve as a key liaison with Japan headquarters, ensuring alignment on financial performance, budget, and strategic initiatives Coordinate closely with the accounting department to ensure consistency, accuracy, and transparency of financial information Support communication and alignment with U.S. group companies and external stakeholders as needed Executive Decision Support Prepare management materials, analyses, and recommendations for executive and leadership meetings Act as a trusted advisor to executive management, providing objective, data-driven perspectives Support leadership in balancing short-term performance and long-term business sustainability Perform other duties and special projects as requested by executive management to support the companys overall business objectives Qualifications & Experience: Required Native-level Japanese and business-fluent English Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field Strong accounting and financial knowledge with the ability to interpret and challenge financial results Demonstrated experience in: Budgeting and budget control Cost accounting and margin analysis Cross-functional business support Japan–U.S. business communication Preferred CPA or equivalent professional certification (CPA, JCPA, CMA, etc.) Experience in manufacturing, beverage, food, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar) Experience supporting senior management or executive teams in a U.S. subsidiary of a Japanese company Personal Attributes: Strong business acumen with a profit-oriented mindset Ability to influence without direct authority High analytical capability combined with practical execution Excellent communication skills across cultures and functions Independent, proactive, and accountable working style Organizational Positioning This role is not responsible for routine accounting operations The position has no direct reports Success is measured by business outcomes, profitability improvement, and quality of management decision support, not team size Compensation: $100K – 150K /year plus bonus based on the performance Benefits: Health insurance (Medical/Vision/Drag) Car Milage Allowance Paid time off Sick Leave Employee discount 401(k) 401(k) matching Life Insurance Flex Spending Account Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Employee Referral Program Contact: For employment opportunities, please contact us to sai.m@fellows-hawaii.com or visit our website at https://www.fellows-hawaii.com/ .