Accounting Associate - Japanese Bilingual

Job description

This company is a small and growing accounting firm providing accounting and tax services primarily to Japanese-affiliated companies and their U. S. operations. They work closely with our clients to support their accounting, payroll, and tax compliance needs.

They are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Staff member with native-level Japanese and strong English skills to join our team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in U. S. accounting and taxation while working with Japanese-affiliated companies.

Key Responsibilities

- Review and organize clients’ accounting records using accounting software

- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing and financial statement preparation

- Perform account reconciliations and support day-to-day accounting activities

- Assist with payroll processing and payroll tax-related tasks

- Prepare gross-up calculations and payroll adjustments for expatriate employees

- Assist with corporate and individual tax return preparation and federal/state tax filings

- Assist with compliance filings, including Form 1042 and sales tax returns

- Communicate with clients in Japanese and English to collect information and provide accounting support

- Learn and apply U. S. accounting and tax rules across a variety of client engagements

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent accounting education

- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, including journal entries, financial statements, and account reconciliations

- Native-level Japanese and strong English communication skills

- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

- Accounting or tax experience is preferred, but candidates with a strong accounting foundation and limited practical experience are welcome

- Experience with QuickBooks Online or other accounting software is a plus

Work Arrangement

- Primarily remote

- Occasional in-person work at our Schaumburg office as needed

- Candidates living within commuting distance may receive more frequent in-person training and support, particularly during the initial training period

- Candidates living farther away are welcome and should be comfortable working independently with remote training and support

Compensation & Benefits

- $50,000–$80,000 per year, depending on experience and background

- Health insurance – employee contribution: 20%

- Simple IRA retirement plan

- Paid time off – starting at 10 days per year

- 3-month introductory/probationary period, followed by regular employment based on performance

Why Join Us?

- Hands-on experience in U. S. accounting and taxation

- Work directly with Japanese-affiliated companies and their management teams

- Exposure to accounting, payroll, tax, and compliance

- Supportive small-firm environment

- Training and mentoring for continued professional growth