Accounting Manager​/Financial Controller; Japanese bilingual​/CPA

Summary

• A leading precision manufacturing company located in White House, Tennessee, is seeking a highly skilled, Japanese‑Bilingual Accounting Manager / Financial Controller holding a valid US CPA. This critical role bridges the local manufacturing operations and the Japanese corporate headquarters. The ideal candidate will take full ownership of local accounting, legal audit compliance, and financial reporting, while robustly managing J‑SOX internal controls and ensuring seamless, executive‑level communication with stakeholders in Japan.
• Lead and manage the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and corporate parent requirements.
• Oversee all day‑to‑day accounting activities including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, general ledger, payroll operations, and local tax compliance.
• Direct and ensure flawless execution of internal control procedures in strict compliance with J‑SOX (Japanese Sarbanes‑Oxley) regulations.
• Serve as the primary liaison and facilitate all activities for external financial audits, corporate tax filings, and internal J‑SOX audits.
• Prepare, analyze, and present comprehensive financial reporting packages to the local management team and the Japanese corporate headquarters.
• Translate complex financial data and regulatory updates between English and Japanese to align global business objectives.
• Manage corporate treasury operations, cash flow forecasting, and localized budget variances.
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday – Friday) / On‑site position (Full‑time)

• White House, Tennessee

• $90K - $120K / year (Exempt)
  * Commensurate with experience and CPA qualifications. Benefit packages include Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, 404(k) matching, and paid time off.

• Saturday, Sunday, and major US National Holidays (Follows company calendar)

• Language:
  Fluent/Native-level Japanese and Business-level English (Professional professional proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking for corporate reporting).
• Certification:
  Active US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strictly required.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 5+ years of corporate accounting or audit experience (experience in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred).
• Expertise:
  Hands‑on, practical execution experience with J‑SOX internal control testing, financial statement audits, and reporting to a Japanese parent company.
• Skills:
  
  Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. Deep understanding of cost accounting and internal auditing frameworks.