ONEPOWER Consulting is hiring: Japanese English Bilingual Accounting Specialist

Japanese / English Bilingual Accounting Specialist

Location: Suwanee, GA

Salary range: $55K - $65K DOE

Job Overview: They are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join their accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting accounting functions, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. You will work closely with other departments to provide timely and accurate financial reporting, manage accounts payable and receivable, and assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile bank statements and credit card statements with general ledger entries.
• Prepare and process journal entries as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely reporting.
• Prepare financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Support the preparation of tax filings and other regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain and update accounting records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Respond to internal and external audit requests and provide necessary documentation.
• Communicate with vendors, clients, and internal departments to resolve any billing discrepancies or financial issues.
• Assist in streamlining accounting processes and identifying opportunities for improvements.

Requirements:

• Fluency in both Japanese and English is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with accounts payable/receivable processes.
• Knowledge of tax regulations and filing requirements.
• Familiarity with payroll processing.

ONEPOWER Consulting LLC is an Atlanta-based executive search firm. Our consultation services are informed by years of accumulated recruiting experience and knowledge across a variety of fields and industries. Our expertise is in working with professionals of a niche field or with specialized experience, as well as those who are Japanese-English bilingual. While our current client base consists mostly of foreign-invested manufacturing companies, ONEPOWER is working hard to expand and diversify its existing network. With our head office in Duluth, Georgia, ONEPOWER strives to introduce the best talent to excellent companies nationwide.