Sr. Accountant

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close activities by preparing, reviewing, and posting accounting entries with a high level of accuracy.
• Reconcile balance sheet and other key accounts regularly to ensure financial data is complete, supported, and current.
• Manage general ledger operations, including monitoring account activity and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, maintain supporting schedules, and ensure proper recording of additions, transfers, and disposals.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate variances to maintain alignment between cash records and financial statements.
• Review and process expense-related transactions in accordance with internal accounting standards and reporting needs.
• Support reliable financial reporting by maintaining compliance with established accounting policies and internal controls.
• Collaborate in both Japanese and English when communicating financial information, documentation, and cross-functional accounting matters.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of accounting experience, including work at the senior accountant level or similar.
• Fluency in Japanese and English, with the ability to communicate clearly in a business environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with month-end close processes and general ledger accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare journal entries and complete detailed account reconciliations.
• Knowledge of bank reconciliations, expense accounting, and fixed asset management.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Experience working in a construction, contractor, or similarly project-driven environment is preferred.

Qualifications

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Skills

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Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

Pay

Compensation and benefits will vary depending on the location and scope of the opportunity.

Schedule

Hours and schedule will vary based on the specific role and location.