SingerLewak Is Hiring An Audit Senior Japanese Bilingual

Join SingerLewak as an Accounting Consultant and become a part of a top 100 accounting and consulting firm renowned for excellence, expertise, and commitment to client service! 🎯

About SingerLewak

Founded in 1959, SingerLewak primarily operates in the western United States. We offer the combined resources of a large firm, including diverse practices, industry specializations, and a culture of ongoing learning and growth through programs like SL Forward and SL Cares. We are dedicated to professional development, innovation, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Record transactions, prepare trial balances, and generate financial statements using accounting software 📊
• Reconcile accounts and perform schedule computations (e.g., accruals, depreciation)
• Maintain general ledger and process Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable
• Prepare group consolidation packages and coordinate with tax return preparers
• Perform audit and review procedures as assigned
• Prepare payroll, sales tax, business license, personal property tax, and 1099 filings
• Assist with SOX / JSOX compliance and reporting to Japanese headquarters
• Support internal and external audit engagements
• May supervise staff accountants and assist in planning and scheduling engagements
• Ensure timely entry of time and expenses to support billing processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field 🎓
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in public accounting
• Current and valid CPA license, or actively working toward obtaining it via the applicable state CPA exam
• Ability to travel to assigned client locations 🚗
• Thorough knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), US Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) standards
• Strong Japanese proficiency, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with Japanese clients, including expats, local employees, and colleagues 🗣️

Compensation & Benefits

The position offers an hourly wage of $40.86 - $47.12 plus overtime at time and a half its hourly rate. 💰

Equal Opportunity Employment

SingerLewak is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected category.