Accountant – Japanese Bilingual

Job Details

• Job Title: Accountant – Japanese Bilingual
• Client: Japanese Company
• Working
  
  Location:
  
  Midtown NYC
• Working Style: Hybrid - 2 days in Office
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: $60-70K (DOE)
• Benefit: Full Benefits
• Visa Support: N/A
• Working Hours: Monday–Friday 9:00AM-5:30PM
• Language: English & Japanese

• Review and validate Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R), and General Ledger (G/L) transactions before processing in SAP.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies while maintaining accurate financial records.
• Support month-end closing, financial reporting, and audit preparation.
• Process accounting transactions using SAP and related accounting systems.
• Maintain accounting documentation and ensure confidentiality of financial information.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and company initiatives as required.

Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Accounting preferred). 2–3 years of general accounting experience.

• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• General Ledger
• Payroll entries
• Bank reconciliations

• Experience using SAP or ERP systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Business-level English communication.
• Business-level Japanese communication.

• Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues independently.
• High level of integrity when handling confidential financial information.
• Strong communication skills with internal teams and Japan headquarters.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a team environment.