Accounting Manager - Japanese Bilingual

Accounting Manager/ Senior Accountant

Client: Japanese IT Company Working NYC, New York Working Style: Hybrid Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 (DOE) Benefit: Yes (Full Benefits) Visa Support: No Language: Japanese and English

Key Responsibilities

• Record vendor invoices in the general ledger. • Process vendor payments accurately and on time. • Prepare routine A/R and A/P reports and coordinate invoice approvals with department managers. • Record issued invoices and customer payments in the general ledger. • Maintain schedules for fixed assets, prepaid expenses, loans, and accrued expenses, and post entries to the accounting system. • Execute and review monthly closing activities while ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS. • Prepare and oversee consolidated financial statements and monthly reporting packages for headquarters. • Perform fluctuation analysis for Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet accounts. • Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required documentation. • Review accounting operations and recommend process improvements. • Enhance accounting systems and operational efficiency. • Support accounting and financial projects in a dynamic business environment. • Serve as an accounting resource and subject matter expert for internal teams.

The Right Candidate Will Possess

• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles. • Excellent analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. • Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience. • Solid understanding of general bookkeeping principles and accounting practices. • Ability to prepare financial reports and maintain accurate accounting records. • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. • Experience with accounting systems and financial reporting tools. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Japanese language proficiency. • Experience working in a multinational or Japanese corporate environment. • Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS reporting standards. • Experience supporting audit activities and financial consolidations. • Experience with SAP