Principal Accountant

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Position Summary · Manage accounting activities for assigned entities, including accurate bookkeeping, T&E, period-end closing, local statutory audits, and annual filings, while ensuring compliance with US GAAP and local statutory and tax requirements. · Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations, treasury reports, and other reports required by Corporate Finance or local government authorities for assigned entities. · Drive process standardization and automation initiatives to improve accuracy and efficiency. · Oversee all tax-related matters for assigned entities, including transfer pricing, VAT, corporate income tax, other local taxes, and inquiries from tax authorities. · Serve as a trusted finance partner to business teams by clearly communicating finance-related matters and providing training as needed. · Act as a technical accounting resource and participate in regional and global finance projects, including system rollouts and policy updates. Position Requirements · Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. · At least seven years of accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, period-end close, and statutory reporting. · Strong knowledge of US GAAP and China Accounting Standards (CAS), with a working knowledge of China tax regulations. · Experience with SAP and Concur is preferred; advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required. · Fluency in written and spoken English and Mandarin. · Quick learner with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. · Professional, self-motivated, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality work. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.