We are currently seeking a Japanese-English Bilingual Bookkeeper for the Japanese Tax Practice of a global CPA and advisory firm.

Location: New York / New Jersey (Remote within the U.S. / Hybrid as needed) Employment Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM Salary: $55,000–$60,000/year (DOE) Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with Company Contribution, HRA/FSA/HSA Programs, Wellness Program, Summer Flex Schedule, CPA Exam Support, and other company benefits

The firm provides accounting, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of domestic and international clients. The Japanese Tax Practice primarily supports Japanese companies and individuals with operations and tax matters in the United States.

This position will be responsible for bookkeeping, payroll, tax compliance support, financial reporting, and day-to-day client communication. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, highly communicative, and comfortable managing multiple client accounts in both Japanese and English.

The position is designed for candidates residing in New York or New Jersey and offers a primarily remote work environment. Occasional travel for client meetings, team meetings, or firm events may be required.

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations

Record General Ledger entries and adjusting journal entries

Prepare and update monthly cash flow reports

Prepare financial statements, Profit & Loss Statements, and Cash Flow Statements

Assist with consolidated financial statements

Perform intercompany reconciliations between Japanese parent companies and U.S. subsidiaries

Payroll

Process payroll using ADP or Paychex

Prepare payroll-related journal entries

Calculate gross-up amounts

Review and calculate employee timesheets

Tax & Compliance Support

Prepare Sales & Use Tax filings

Prepare Property Tax filings

Prepare Forms 1096, 1099, and 1042

Assist with SOS filings and Annual Report submissions

Maintain Registered Agent information

Support Business License renewals

Client Support

Communicate with clients, vendors, banks, and other external parties

Respond to daily bookkeeping and accounting inquiries

Provide professional client service in both Japanese and English

Support Partners and Managers with special accounting and tax-related projects

Requirements

Authorized to work in the United States

Professional-level bilingual communication skills in Japanese and English

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent professional experience

Bookkeeping experience, including AP, AR, and bank reconciliations

Hands-on experience with QuickBooks

Basic knowledge of Bill.com

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to accurately manage multiple clients, projects, and deadlines

Excellent teamwork and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working at a CPA firm or public accounting firm

Payroll experience using ADP or Paychex

CPA candidate, currently studying for the CPA exam, or partial CPA exam completion

EA certification is a plus

Experience supporting Japanese companies or Japanese corporate clients

This is a remote position.