Accounting Associate - Japanese Bilingual

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Accounting Associate

Japanese Bilingual Closed 📅 2 Weeks ago 💰 $50k-$80k ⚖️ Finance & Legal 🟢 Entry Level 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 This job is filled or no longer available Explore more remote jobs Accounting Japanese Accounting Associate Bilingual Payroll Support Compliance English Financial Communication Finance Growth 27 similar remote jobs Explore latest remote opportunities and join a team that values work flexibility. View all jobs Executive Assistant & Founders Associate (Bilingual

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