About the Role
This role is for a Japanese Bilingual Accountant at a Japanese Company in Midtown NYC. The position is full-time and onsite.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Accounting preferred).
- 2–3 years of general accounting experience.
- Experience with Accounts Payable.
- Experience with Accounts Receivable.
- Experience with General Ledger.
- Experience with Payroll entries.
- Experience with 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.
Skills
- SAP
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- English communication
- Japanese communication
Location
- Midtown NYC
Work Type
- Onsite
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2-3 years
Education Level
- Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Salary/Compensations
- $60-70K (DOE)
Benefits
- Full Benefits
About the Company
- Japanese Company
