SingerLewak Is Hiring An Audit Senior Japanese Bilingual

Join SingerLewak, a renowned top 100 accounting and consulting firm with a rich history since 1959, as an Accounting Consultant. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic environment that combines large firm resources with personalized service and industry-specialized expertise. 🌟

About SingerLewak

Operating primarily in the western region, SingerLewak has built a reputation for excellence in accounting and management consulting. Our commitment to client service, professional growth, and technological innovation is demonstrated through initiatives like SL Forward and SL Cares. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of learning, leadership, and community engagement. 🤝

Key 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/payable (AR/AP)
• 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/scheduling engagements
• Ensure timely entry of time and expenses to support billing processes

Qualifications

• 🎓 Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 🧾 At least 4 years of experience in public accounting
• 📝 Valid CPA license or working toward obtaining it (passing the applicable state CPA exam)
• 🚗 Ability to travel to assigned client locations
• 📚 Thorough knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Auditing Standards, and Public Company Oversight Board standards
• 🗣️ Strong Japanese proficiency, both written and verbal, to communicate effectively with Japanese clients, expatriates, staff, and colleagues

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate: $40.86 - $47.12 (eligible for overtime at time and a half)

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. We adhere to 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, veteran status, or other protected categories. 🌈