Japanese Bilingual -Accountant

Japanese Manufacturing Company – Japanese Bilingual Staff Accountant (Sunnyvale, CA)

Location:

Sunnyvale, CA 94089

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Work Arrangement:
On‑site

Work Hour: 9:00am‑6:00pm / Mon‑Fri

Salary: $80,000～$95,000/Annual salary depends on your experience. Candidates with expectations above the provided range will not be considered. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained.

• Company Holidays
• Bonus opportunities
• and other benefits may be available depending on the terms of your employment.

• Prepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records—including AP/AR documents, financial statements, and other financial reports—to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards and internal procedures.
• Handles monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closing activities.
• Prepares cash flow reports and identifies/evaluates variances.
• Maintains and supports cash management accounts and other bank accounts.
• Communicates with internal and external parties involved in financial transactions and assists with negotiations as needed.
• Prepares and maintains tax documentation and related records in compliance with applicable U.S. tax laws.
• Supports quarterly reviews and year‑end financial audits.
• Assists management with annual, quarterly, and monthly expense budgeting.
• Supports internal audits related to collections.
• Assists with filing and payment of state sales tax, property tax, corporate tax, etc., in collaboration with external tax accountants.
• Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant systems and accounting standards, including GAAP and IRS regulations.
• Prepares forms and manuals for accounting and bookkeeping staff and provides direction for their work activities.
• Prepares and maintains detailed schedules of fixed assets and accumulated depreciation.
• Supports the calculation of final inventory value at the end of each accounting period.

• Continuously seeks improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in work processes.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned by management.
• Maintains high ethical standards in the workplace.
• Reports any irregular issues or problems to management for resolution.
• Maintains effective communication with management, colleagues, and external contacts.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Ensures a clean and safe working environment.
• Provides support to co‑workers and other departments upon management request.

• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance‑related experience in the U.S. required.
• Strong Japanese (N1 level) and English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel/Word: Advanced level).
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including functions and data aggregation.
• Must be able to commute to the office and work full‑time as required by the company.
• Must have valid authorization to work in the United States.
• This position does not offer visa sponsorship.