SingerLewak Is Hiring An Audit Senior Japanese Bilingual

Join SingerLewak as an Accounting Consultant, a role that offers an exciting opportunity to work with a top-tier firm renowned for excellence in accounting and management consulting. 🌟

About SingerLewak

Founded in 1959, SingerLewak is a top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily serving clients in the western region. We pride ourselves on delivering the services of a large firm within a collaborative environment, fostering professional growth, innovation, and community responsibility through initiatives like SL Forward and SL Cares. Our commitment to client service and technological evolution keeps us at the forefront of the industry year after year. 🚀

Responsibilities

• Record transactions, prepare trial balances, and generate financial statements using accounting software
• Reconcile accounts and perform schedule calculations (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 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 related field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in public accounting
• Current and valid CPA license, or actively working towards obtaining it by passing the applicable state CPA exam
• Willingness to travel to client locations as needed
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB standards
• Strong proficiency in Japanese, both written and verbal, to communicate effectively with Japanese clients, expatriates, and colleagues

Compensation & Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employment

SingerLewak is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We provide equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected category. 🤝