Accounting Manager

Japanese leading automotive parts manufacturing company in OH seeks Japanese bilingual Accounting Manager to lead and oversee our day-to-day accounting operations. This role is responsible for financial closing processes, reporting, tax coordination, cash management, and supporting strategic financial decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, leadership experience, and a background in manufacturing finance. Exempt position 7am -4 pm, M-F onsite full time $90K-100K plus bonus and fabulous health benefits package + visa sponsorship Key Responsibilities Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, and trial balance Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with

U.S. GAAP

Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and disbursements Monitor cash flow and prepare cash forecasts Coordinate annual audits and serve as primary contact with external auditors Manage tax-related matters in partnership with external advisors Perform cost accounting and cost analysis to support operations Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis Deliver monthly reporting packages to the parent company Prepare financial reports for executive leadership and board meetings Develop and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency Manage and mentor accounting team members Collaborate with banks, auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field 7-10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience Prior experience managing accounting or finance staff Strong knowledge of full accounting cycle and financial reporting Solid understanding of

U.S. GAAP

Experience supporting audits and tax filings Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred Cost accounting experience (inventory, product costing, variance analysis) highly preferred ERP system experience required (Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O preferred) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling) Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with both Japanese and English Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment