Finance & Accounting Specialist

SpecialistJTB Americas, Ltd. is the 1st overseas subsidiary company of JTB Corp. We have been specializing in travel services of inbound and outbound travel including corporate business travel, MICE, leisure travel, and FIT arrangements. With over 60 years of experience, the network of companies has been recognized as a full service Destination Management Company (DMC) and Travel Management Company (TMC) in the regions of the United States, Hawaii, Canada, and Brazil.This position is responsible for the activities of the staff engaged in the daily accounts payable/accounts receivable function for the Company's In-house team as well as branch closing and/or group company's accounting book closing.Daily & Monthly & Quarterly Accounting Duties (75%)Reviews In-house tour costs invoices (include leisure), credit card payments, wire payments for any discrepancies (Bill Check); contacts appropriate person in charge for clarification (LAX, NYC, LAS, SFO)Approves and creates payment journal for urgent payment checks in the company's accounting system.Posts general ledger entries of employees' business expense use with their corporate credit cards/invoices.Creates new vendors in the company's accounting system.Cash receiptBank reconciliationPrepares various monthly closing reports, including balance sheet, aging report etc.Prepares quarterly report including T-Schedule, intercompany confirmation etc.Administrative Duties (20%)Performs administrative duties for the Finance & Accounting team.Replies to a group mail; handles payment status inquiries from vendors and operation team.Receives invoices via a group email account.Scan incoming mails, such as checks, bank statements, invoices, etc.Downloads tour costs data (TOGO)Process credit card payments for In-house (Leisure included)Deposit checksProvides trouble shooting as necessary.Assists management with assigning and scheduling work activities.Other & Miscellaneous (5%)Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes.Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties as assigned by your superiors.Maintains high ethical standards in the workplace.Reports all irregular issues and problems to your superiors for solution.Maintains good communication with your superiors, office staff members and outside contacts.Complies with all company policies and procedures.Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working areaSupervisory Responsibilities: noneMinimum Qualification RequirementsAssociate's degree (A.A.) in accounting or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Possesses 3-5 years of experience or equivalent skills, in own expertise.Possesses sufficient knowledge and skills to perform work on his/her own and provides guidance to team members.Proficient in own expertise, but also knowledgeable about the broader business environment that has impact on own work.Speaks, reads and writes fluently in Japanese languageWorking ConditionsNormal business hours between 8:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.May be required to work after normal business hours and weekendsWork is performed in an air-conditioned office environment.Work can be performed remotely but may be required to report to the Los Angeles Office two times per month or as required.Infrequent (two times per year) domestic travel by air is required.Subject to varying atmospheric conditions, up to and including, noise, pollution, dust, fumes and vehicle exhaust.No travel is required.General office equipment including phones, fax, copier, personal computer, scanner, etc.Software includes the use of Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, AXIS, Central Command, LARS, UAI, TOGO, Payment Request SystemPhysical and Mental DemandsWhile performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to frequently sit and occasionally must stand, walk, use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Specific vision abilities include the ability to read and analyze data in hard copy and on a computer screen, measure or identify using eyesight and adjust vision focus.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to show mental stamina for problem solving and dealing with stressful situations; prioritizing multiple tasks, ability to recall and recreate detailed conversation or events, interpret and apply oral/written instructions; remain alert and coherent to take action in stressful conditions.