Senior Business Development Specialist - Specialty Chemicals and Materials Trading

Position Title: Japanese Bilingual Accountant Location: Costa Mesa, CA Classification: Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt Work Schedules: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (2 floating remote days per month) Summary A prestigious global trading corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to join their finance team. Operating as a key contributor within a highly collaborative business services environment, the successful candidate will manage general ledger functions, balance sheets, and profit and loss accounts for designated profit centers. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to expand their expertise in corporate compliance, internal controls, and international business operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to Maintain accurate balance sheet and profit and loss accounts for assigned profit centers. Reconcile all applicable balance sheet (BS) and profit and loss (PL) accounts, with a primary focus on inventory, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), prepaids, and accruals. Execute comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing tasks, ensuring strict adherence to corporate deadlines. Prepare, review, and post precise journal entries and perform routine bank reconciliations. Assist with day‑to‑day cash management tasks and treasury functions. Audit and review employee expense reports for policy compliance. Support the internal controls framework and participate actively in internal and external audit preparation. Assist management with the preparation of financial forecasts, annual budgeting tasks, and regular financial reporting. Ensure ongoing compliance with relevant financial regulations and corporate policies. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 1 to 4 years of hands‑on General Ledger (G/L) accounting experience. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and advanced data formulas). Clear understanding of month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end closing processes; strong attention to detail; and a proven ability to meet strict deadlines. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across multiple business units. Bilingual language skills in Japanese and English. A foundational understanding of internal controls and corporate compliance protocols (preferred). Experience utilizing SAP or a comparable tier‑1 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (preferred). Compensation and Benefits The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs. Equal Opportunity Employer Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help. #J-18808-Ljbffr Staffmark Group