Japanese Speaking – Accounts​/Administration Clerk

Position: Japanese Speaking – Accounts / Administration Clerk
Title:

Japanese Speaking – Accounts / Administration Clerk
Salary: TBC

Location:

London
Job status:
Permanent

Working hours:

35 hours per week

Start date:

Late July or early August 2026

Responsibilities:

* Accounts Payable & Expenses:
Manage invoice processing, expense claims, and payment-related tasks.

* Treasury & Cash Flow:
Support cash management, FX transactions, and related reporting.

* Receivables & Controls:
Manage receivables, payment tracking, and sales/purchase records.

* Month-End Closing:
Support monthly closing activities and financial reporting.

* General Administration:
Provide general office and administrative support as required.

Requirements:

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Japanese and English.

* Previous experience in general office administration is essential. Experience in accounting or finance would be an advantage.

* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.

* Confident in using computer systems and able to quickly adapt to new software and IT tools.

* Experience using accounting systems, such as Sage 200, would be beneficial.

* A collaborative team player with a positive attitude, demonstrating reliability, commitment, and a willingness to support colleagues.

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