Accountant - Japanese Bilingual

Job description

Job Title:

Accountant (Bilingual - Japanese/English)

Employment Type:

Full-time / Direct Hire / Non-Exempt

Hybrid work: Up to 50% remote after training

Location:

Seattle, WA

Expected Start Date:

As soon as candidate is ready

Benefits:

Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (including family coverage)

401(k) with 3% company matching

Paid Time Off

Commuting support (bus fare 50% covered for non-exempt employees)

Company vehicle provided for exempt employees

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and bilingual Accountant to support the financial operations of a company managing multiple group entities in the U.S. This position plays a key role in maintaining accounting accuracy, preparing financial reports, and contributing to system improvements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, culturally adaptable, and comfortable in a collaborative, non-competitive work environment.

Responsibilities:

Maintain subsidiary accounting records and manage various accounting transactions

Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and internal reports

Coordinate with external audit firms for quarterly and annual reviews

Analyze operational and financial data; prepare variance reports comparing budget vs. actual

Ensure compliance with SOX regulations and audit requirements

Support preparation of tax-related documents and manage bank transactions

Participate in the implementation of new accounting systems and process improvements

Qualifications: 3-6 years of relevant accounting experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience

CPA certification not required (preferred but not mandatory)

Proficiency in both Japanese and English (business level) is required (reporting to Japan HQ)

Experience working in a Japanese company or with Japanese business culture is a plus

Flexible and open-minded personality that fits a traditional yet collaborative culture

Strong Excel and general systems skills

Reporting Line:

Reports to: Accounting Manager or Treasurer

Supervising: None

Office Environment: Approx. 10 employees (mostly in sales and accounting)

Accounting department: 6-7 people

Oversees financial operations for 5 related entities

Quiet, cooperative work environment (non-competitive culture)

Interview Process: 1-2 rounds (onsite or online)

Reference and background checks require

Application Form

Worksite address

seattle, WA, 98127, US

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