Japanese Bilingual Accounting Associat

Position Title:

Japanese Bilingual Accounting Associate Location:

Carson, CA Classification:

Full-Time / Non-Exempt Summary This position is with a professional organization dedicated to financial integrity and operational excellence. The Accounting Specialist plays a vital role in supporting daily accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash application, and reconciliations. They are responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close activities, and ensuring seamless communication between internal departments and external partners. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Process and record daily cash receipts, checks, ACH, and wire transactions; assist with petty cash tracking and reconciliation. Prepare and issue customer invoices, maintain account records, and monitor aging reports to follow up on outstanding balances. Support accounts payable processing, address vendor inquiries, and provide payment support. Maintain and reconcile company credit card transactions and receipts; reconcile intercompany transactions as assigned. Support monthly account reconciliations, general ledger activities, and month-end closing procedures. Assist with fixed asset tracking, reconciliation, and the maintenance of supporting schedules. Provide accounting-related assistance to sales and operational teams while performing ad hoc administrative duties to ensure department efficiency. Qualifications Must be able to understand and execute business tasks smoothly in both English and Japanese (bilingual fluency is not strictly required, but the ability to comprehend and process business information in both languages is essential). Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional work experience (preferred). Experience with QuickBooks Online (preferred). Prior experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting support (preferred).