Accountant - Japanese Bilingual

Location: Nashville, TN

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary:

• Junior Accountant: $50,000–$70,000 annually (DOE)
• Senior Accountant:
  Around $80,000 annually (DOE)

Japanese-English bilingual proficiency is REQUIRED for this position. Candidates must be able to communicate professionally in both Japanese and English, including regular communication with headquarters in Japan.

We are seeking Japanese-English Bilingual Accountants (Junior and Senior levels) to join the accounting team of a manufacturing company in Nashville, TN.

This position involves a broad range of accounting and financial responsibilities, including cost accounting, fixed assets, inventory, accounts receivable, cash management, and financial reporting.

Japanese language skills are essential
, as the role requires regular communication and coordination with the company's headquarters in Japan regarding accounting, consolidated reporting, and tooling-related matters.

Responsibilities will be adjusted based on experience, and candidates at both Junior and Senior levels are encouraged to apply.

• Handle daily accounting operations, reconciliations, and financial data management
• Manage and analyze manufacturing costs and cost accounting data
• Maintain fixed asset records and process depreciation
• Monitor inventory, accounts receivable, and customer payments
• Review and reconcile sales figures
• Support property tax filings related to fixed assets
• Assist with cash flow and treasury management
• Support monthly closing and consolidated financial reporting
• Maintain tooling inventory and related asset records
• Communicate regularly in Japanese with headquarters in Japan regarding accounting, consolidation, and tooling matters
• Perform other accounting and financial duties as assigned

Required:

• Japanese-English bilingual proficiency (business level or higher in both languages)
• Ability to communicate professionally in Japanese with headquarters in Japan
• Experience in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Understanding of general accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Excel and ability to work with accounting systems
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred:

• Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with cost accounting, fixed assets, or inventory accounting
• Experience with financial closing or consolidated reporting
• Experience working with Japanese companies or international teams

Junior Accountant | $50,000–$70,000 annually (DOE)

Ideal for candidates looking to further develop their accounting careers. Responsibilities focus on daily accounting operations, reconciliations, data management, and supporting senior accounting staff.

Senior Accountant | Around $80,000 annually (DOE)

Ideal for experienced accounting professionals who can independently manage more complex accounting responsibilities, including cost accounting, fixed assets, cash management, consolidated reporting, and coordination with headquarters in Japan.

• Opportunities available at both Junior and Senior levels
• Utilize your Japanese and English bilingual skills in an international manufacturing environment
• Gain exposure to a broad range of manufacturing accounting functions
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth