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 DoOwn the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close, preparing accurate financial statements under IFRSBuild the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial plans from the ground upDeliver financial reporting packages and variance analyses to local leadership and global financePartner directly with R&D, product, and business development teams on project-level budgetsLead cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis, and banking relationships in KoreaDesign internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes that scale with the businessManage transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and consolidation with global entitiesHandle Korean statutory reporting, corporate tax filings, VAT, and payroll tax compliance, working directly with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatorsEnsure compliance with Korean labor law and related financial obligationsTurn financial and operational data into clear recommendations for hiring, capex, and investment decisionsSelect and implement financial systems that meet both local and global reporting needsWhat You BringBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field5–8+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience in Korea, ideally with startup or hardware/tech exposureStrong knowledge of IFRS and Korean statutory/tax requirements; multinational or subsidiary accounting experience is a plusProven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelingAdvanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (Oracle, NetSuite, SAP, or similar)Business-level fluency in English and KoreanComfort working across time zones with international teamsNice 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