SingerLewak Is Hiring An Audit Senior Japanese Bilingual

Join SingerLewak, a leading Top 100 accounting and consulting firm with a rich history since 1959, and become part of a team known for excellence in the western region. We value professional growth, diversity, and client service excellence.

Accounting Consultant 🌟

About SingerLewak

SingerLewak has built a reputation for expertise in accounting and management consulting, offering a blend of practices, services, and industry specializations. Our commitment to client satisfaction and professional development is exemplified through initiatives like SL Forward and SL Cares, fostering a culture of learning, growth, 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 the general ledger and process accounts receivable/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 🎓
• Minimum of 4 years of public accounting experience 🧾
• Current or pending CPA license, with ongoing efforts to obtain it 📝
• Willingness to travel to client sites ✈️
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Auditing Standards, and PCAOB standards 📚
• Fluent in Japanese, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with Japanese clients and colleagues 🗣️🇯🇵

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate ranging from $40.86 to $47.12 per hour, with eligibility for overtime at time and a half. 💰

Equal Opportunity Statement

SingerLewak is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We promote diversity and inclusivity and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category, in accordance with applicable laws.