Japanese Bilingual Accounting Assistant Manager

Japanese Bilingual Accounting Assistant Manager

Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co‑op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown nearly 100 years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese food service suppliers, as well as fill a key role as “Culinary Ambassador” promoting Japanese foods worldwide.

Currently, we import, manufacture, and distribute over 8,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.

• All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents.
• Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match.

El Monte, CA

M‑F: 8AM – 5PM

• Support the Accounting Manager in monitoring and analyzing accounting data and producing financial reports and statements.
• Supervise all the accounting procedures and processes for the AR and AP teams.
• Manage ledger entries, banking reconciliations, and prepare monthly balance sheet statements.
• Investigate daily variances to identify errors, resolve discrepancies, and maintain compliance and data integrity.
• Assist the Accounting Manager in developing and implementing accounting policies, procedures, and systems that support internal controls and expenditure management.
• Assign correct accounting codes to invoices, files, and receipts to maintain accurate and well‑organized records.
• Support compliance with US GAAP and IFRS standards & procedures, applicable laws as well as Company accounting policies and procedures.
• Support the Accounting Manager in supervising, training, and providing guidance to Accounting staff, including recruiting, interviewing, and training new team members; provide constructive feedback, coaching, and conduct performance evaluations as needed.
• Improve workflow and efficiency during the ERP implementation process.
• Review payroll, vendor payments, commissions, and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in coordinating internal and external audit activities by preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Attend Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Obligation to answer to all management as requested.

• Ability to sit and work in an office setting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to type and use the computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to talk, hear, walk, stand, reach, bend, kneel, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Working Conditions.
• Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office.
• Location:
  
  indoors

• Business level English – Read/write/speak/listen.
• Business level Japanese; fluent in Japanese preferred – Read/write/speak/listen.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or other related field required.
• 5+ years of experience in Accounting or other relevant experience required, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License and JSOX experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft-based ERP systems (Business Central, Dynamics NAV) and Quick Books.

• Advanced mathematical knowledge – profit margin calculations, markups, discounts, counting inventory, weight and measurement conversions, combining, etc.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent mentoring, coaching and people management skills.
• Experience with bank reconciliation and tracking credit card transactions.

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job‑related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at‑will” employment status with the Company.

Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.

Mutual Trading Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.