Japanese Bilingual AP Specialist

Staffmark Group
$63,000.00-$80,000.00
paid time off, paid holidays
United States, California, San Jose
Dec 01, 2025
Position Title Japanese Bilingual AP Specialist Location San Jose, CA Classification Full-Time, Exempt Work Schedules Standard Business Hours (Monday - Friday). Summary The client is a leading multinational firm specializing in precision manufacturing and advanced material processing. They maintain a stellar reputation for engineering excellence in critical sectors such as semiconductors and electronic components. Headquartered in Tokyo, they operate an extensive global network, and the success of their U.S. operations is built upon core corporate values that prioritize trust, relentless innovation, and an unwavering dedication to quality assurance. They pride themselves on fostering an inclusive, growth-oriented culture where employees are empowered to thrive and contribute to the future of technology. This Accounts Payable Specialist will be an integral member of the Operations Department, providing essential support to the Accounting Team, and focusing on the accurate and timely processing of invoices and vendor relations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to * Process a high volume of vendor invoices for payment, ensuring proper coding and authorization. * Accurately handle daily general ledger and journal entries, applying foundational knowledge of accounting journal entries/bookkeeping. * Maintain vendor files, manage communications, and efficiently resolve any payment discrepancies. * Check data accuracy and update records for accounts payable and general accounting. * Prepare weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, wires) and assist with month-end closing procedures as directed. * Utilize strong Microsoft Excel skills to support invoice reconciliation and routine AP reporting. * Be willing and able to adapt quickly to in-house systems and proprietary accounting software for invoice and data management. * Participate in various corporate activities and support the Operations department as needed. Qualifications Required * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; or a equivalent combination of education and experience. * Minimum of 2+ years of dedicated corporate Accounts Payable experience. * Strong Microsoft Excel skills (data entry, basic formulas, and manipulation). * Demonstrated sincere and honest work ethic with a positive personality. * Excellent detail-orientation, organizational skills, and clear communication (verbal and written). * Ability to follow established processes and work effectively in a cooperative, non-overly assertive team environment. * Experience or comfort level with a structured, Japanese-style corporate culture that includes frequent internal events and competitions. * Bilingual Japanese and English skills. Preferred * Experience in the manufacturing or similar high-tech industry. * Experience with Paylocity payroll system or similar complex payroll processing. * Experience in a high-volume AP environment within the manufacturing or similar high-tech industry. * Familiarity with processing international payments. The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off. 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 Us At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 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