SingerLewak Is Hiring An Audit Senior Japanese Bilingual

Accounting Consultant 🌟

Join SingerLewak, a top 100 accounting and consulting firm renowned for excellence and industry leadership since 1959, and become part of a vibrant environment focused on growth, client service, and professional development.

About SingerLewak

Operating primarily in the western region, SingerLewak combines the resources of a large firm with a collaborative environment of diverse practices, services, and industry specializations. Our commitment to client satisfaction and employee growth is demonstrated through initiatives like SL Forward and SL Cares. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous learning, leadership, and technological evolution.

Responsibilities

• 📊 Record transactions, prepare trial balances, and generate financial statements using accounting software
• 🔎 Reconcile accounts and perform schedule computations (e.g., accruals, depreciation)
• 🏦 Maintain the 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 licenses, 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
• 🧑‍💻 At least 4 years of experience in public accounting
• 📜 Hold a current and valid CPA license or actively working toward obtaining it by passing the relevant state CPA exam
• 🚗 Ability to travel to client sites as needed
• 📖 In-depth knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Auditing Standards, and PCAOB standards
• 🈵 Strong Japanese proficiency (written and verbal) to effectively communicate with Japanese clients, including expatriates, employees, and colleagues

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly wage ranges from $40.86 to $47.12, with eligibility for overtime pay at time-and-a-half of the hourly rate.

Equal Opportunity Employment

SingerLewak is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws concerning recruitment and hiring. We welcome all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected category.