Japanese Bilingual AP Specialist

Position Title Japanese Bilingual Accountant

Location San Jose, CA

Classification Full-Time, Exempt

Work Schedules Standard Business Hours (Monday - Friday).

Summary

The client is a leading multinational firm specializing in precision manufacturing and advanced material processing. They maintain a stellar reputation for engineering excellence in critical sectors such as semiconductors and electronic components.

Headquartered in Tokyo, they operate an extensive global network, and the success of their U.S. operations is built upon core corporate values that prioritize trust, relentless innovation, and an unwavering dedication to quality assurance. They pride themselves on fostering an inclusive, growth-oriented culture where employees are empowered to thrive and contribute to the future of technology.

The Accountant will join an expanding Accounting Team, taking on a lead role in complex financial reporting and process improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Lead and manage the daily general ledger and complex journal entries, ensuring adherence to accounting journal entry / bookkeeping knowledge.
• Process monthly and year-end closings, preparing and participating in internal and external audits.
• Analyze and report financial figures to executive management using strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Oversee and train junior staff on general accounting procedures and compliance.
• Assist with the client's internal managerial accounting tasks.
• Master a wide range of tasks, including complex bonus calculations, gross-up, and payroll processing, preferably using platforms like Paylocity.
• Proactively seek continuous improvement of tasks and accounting processes.
• Participate, contribute, and handle various corporate activities focusing on deeper thinking, value exchange, and constant improvement.

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.

The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off.

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