Accounting Manager

Summary

The position works closely with Officers and Tokyo Headquarters. Responsibilities include preparation of financial statements, timely closing and reporting, cash flow management, corporate tax and budgeting. Supervises accounting team member(s).

• Weekly, monthly, and annual reconciliations. Maintain records of all accounts accurately.
• Create various financial and accounting reports for multiple locations and projects.
• Prepare all tax related materials for parent company and tax preparer.
• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing process.
• Establish and review annual budget with executives.
• Manage and update cash flow on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Provide requested information and assistance during financial audits.
• Point of contact for outside accounting firm and services.
• Effectively communicate with other departments to collect required information and resolve issues.
• Keep upper management apprised of issues requiring immediate attention and resolution.
• Liaison to the Tokyo HQ. Regularly communicate and provide requested information in a timely manner.
• Respond to federal and state inquiries and surveys.
• Create and update accounting procedures.
• Supervise accounting team member(s).

• Experience with Quickbooks Online is a must. SAP experience is a plus.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills in English and Japanese.
• Understanding of US GAAP compliance, inventory, and project accounting. Ability to convert US GAAP to Japanese GAAP
• Proficiency in MS Office. Advanced Excel skills required. Knowledge of VLOOKUP’s, SUMIFs and Pivot tables is a plus.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Ability to analyze complex accounting issues and exercise independent judgment.
• Must be able to complete multiple projects within a limited timeframe.
• Ability to make recommendations for more efficient processes and procedures to eliminate errors.
• Knowledge and experience with Avalara, Shopify, Pay Pal, and Amazon system is a plus.

• Must have 7+ years total Finance and/or Accounting work experience with management experience.
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting.