Accounting Manager - Japanese (Visa support available)

Our client is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Accounting Manager and lead the Accounting Department at their New York office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing the company’s system of accounts, books, and records, including general accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Managing day-to-day accounting functions, including tax compliance, cash management, and finance reporting.
• Preparing required tax-related forms and reports, such as sales and use tax, commercial rent tax, etc.
• Ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close. Coordinating year-end audit reviews for internal and external auditors.
• Managing periodical reporting to HQ upon closing.
• Posting journal entries, A/P, A/R, WIP, merchandise, and adjustments.
• Performing cash management functions.
• Supporting budget and forecasting activities.
• Supervising staff and contributing to employment decisions.
• Maintaining and streamlining business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary actions.
• Participating in team, company, or other meetings, as well as occasional training and webinars.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to deliver quality work, manage tasks effectively, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience in a multicultural environment with sensitivity to intercultural issues.
• Familiarity with SAP preferred, with a readiness to learn new systems and support SAP migration.
• Capacity to maintain confidentiality of financial data.
• Proficient in English and Japanese (written and verbal) for internal and external communications.
• Understanding of financial reporting, fixed asset modules, and general ledger structure.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel or similar software.
• Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration motivation across functions.
• Supervisory skills with management experience.
• CPA and knowledge of Japanese accounting principles considered advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' general accounting experience, including 2 years as an accounting department manager.

1. The provided salary range represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.