Japanese Bilingual Accountant
 Staffmark Group | |
$24.00-$30.00
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sick time, retirement plan
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 United States, Illinois, Schaumburg | |
 Apr 02, 2025 | |
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Position: Japanese Bilingual Accountant
Work hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Schaumburg, IL (Hybrid Remote)
FLSA: Exempt, Direct-Hire, Full-Time
An international company in Schaumburg, IL, is seeking a Japanese Bilingual Accountant to join their team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will assist with various accounting tasks, including accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R). You will also collaborate closely with the Sales team to ensure efficient invoicing. Key responsibilities include managing A/P and A/R, supporting general accounting functions, and assisting with month-end closing and financial audits. The ideal candidate must be fluent in both spoken and written Japanese at a business level.
Responsibilities:
Process invoices, payments, and deposits while maintaining accurate financial records.
Review payment requests and enter invoices into the accounting system.
Prepare checks and wire transfers while ensuring timely and accurate payments.
Handle customer payments, deposit checks, record ACH transactions, and update accounts.
Assist in preparing AR aging reports and support financial closing processes.
Collaborate with the sales department on accounting-related matters.
Coordinate with CPAs and auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and financial accuracy.
Provide clerical and administrative support, including special projects as assigned.
Maintain ethical standards and compliance, while ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
Qualifications:
Bilingual in Japanese (business level) is required.
Bachelor's degree is required.
Accounting experience is preferred but not mandatory.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is necessary.
Proactively learn and engage in professional development.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, Vancations, Holidays, Sick Leave, and Retirement Plan. The Illinois pay transparency law requires employers to include a good-faith estimate of the pay scale and benefits in any job posting. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play. About Staffmark Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. | |