Employment Situation in New York

There are many Japanese companies in New York including subsidiaries and localized ones. Available job positions range from entry-level to management-level and work opportunities are increasing.

 New York/Manhattan

Types of Job available in New York are diverse including trading, finance, travel, IT, logistics, etc. There are many job openings for entry-level positions including administrative assistant, accountant, customer support, sales, IT engineer and travel agent. In addition, due to increased localization of Japanese companies in NY, job openings for professional and management-level positions are increasing. Furthermore, due to an ongoing popularity of Japanese food in the U.S., the numbers of Japanese restaurants are on the rise and there are openings in the food industry as well.

 New Jersey/Westchester

In this region, there are various manufacturers, logistics and pharmaceutical companies. Compared to Manhattan, there are fewer job opportunities in this area. Typical job openings are secretarial, accountant, administrative assistant and sales.

Jobs in New York

Latest Job Openings in New York (the U.S.)

Accounting Coordinator

A Japanese heavy industry company is looking for an Accounting Coordinator. Accounting experience, Business-level English, and conversational-level Japanese are required.

Detail 4/19/2024   Job No. 13275   Apply

Technical Support

A Japanese IT service provider is looking for a Technical Support. Bilingual in English and Japanese required.

Detail 4/18/2024   Job No. 12790   Apply

Social Media Coordinator

Seeking a highly detail-oriented Social Media Coordinator who is passionate about the brand, to join our marketing team and assist with day-to-day and long-term tasks. Role places particular emphasis on guiding and executing social media strategies, including posting, customer outreach, and content creation support (through file prep of images and/or videos). Role is critical to our efforts to increase Yamazaki brand followers throughout the US. Candidate will work closely with all members of the marketing team. This role will participate in all funnels of our marketing strategy, so the ability to juggle numerous tasks, follow up when required, and keep things moving forward is essential. The ideal candidate is eager to become an integral member of a team. Role requires frequent communication and coordination with marketing team members to create digital marketing materials. The team works collaboratively on most projects.

Detail 4/18/2024   Job No. 11144   Apply

Accounting Specialist

A Japanese real estate company is looking for a Accounting Specialist. Essential duties are Bookkeeping of A/P, A/R; Bank Reconciliation; Journal Entry; GL reconciliation; Aged AR/AP report generation etc.

Detail 4/18/2024   Job No. 12837   Apply

B2B Sales Representative

Japanese product manufacturer is looking for a B2B Sales Representative.

Detail 4/17/2024   Job No. 13261   Apply

Japanese Bilingual Designer

An art studio in Brooklyn is looking for a Designer. This position is a brain of the studio’s graphic design creation and responsible for managing projects from concept to completion.

Detail 4/17/2024   Job No. 12641   Apply

Client Support Coordinator

An art studio in Brooklyn is looking for a Client Support Coordinator. This position is responsible for various administrative tasks related to billing & account receivable, sales, and client relations.

Detail 4/17/2024   Job No. 12608   Apply

Operation & Customer Service Clerk

A Japanese logistics company in Jamaica NY is hiring an Operation & Customer Service Clerk. This position is responsible for maintaining all operational and customer service tasks related to export/import. Benefits: Health insurance, Health Savings Account.

Detail 4/17/2024   Job No. 13177   Apply

ERP Project Manager

Japanese IT solution provider is hiring an ERP project manager with starting salary 120K.

Detail 4/15/2024   Job No. 12708   Apply

Air Import Agent

A major Japanese logistics company is looking for Air Import staff. Experience is not required.

Detail 4/9/2024   Job No. 13036   Apply

SAP ERP Manager

• Managing and the performing of SAP ERP and other systems related requirement analysis, proposals, design, implementation, and operation for our key accounts in financial accounting area. • Overseeing project execution and ensuring the on-time on-budget completion of projects which meet or exceeds the clients’ needs and expectations. • Solving software requirements by analyzing, creating, and modifying SAP ERP systems to meet user needs. • Change SAP ERP and other system configurations or programs. • Create and maintain documentation of program designs and operation manuals by interpreting instructions and conducting training sessions as necessary. • Lead and motivate project members. • Project management duties including sales, proposals, and business development support. • Analyze client inquires and requirements, and change SAP ERP system configurations in terms of financial accounting.

4/8/2024   Job No. 12428   Apply

Sales

We are looking for a sales staff to market our canned seafood to US-based supermarkets.

Detail 4/3/2024   Job No. 12609   Apply

Japanese Bilingual IT Planning Consultant

​​​​​​​A Japanese IT company is looking for a IT Planning Consultant. This position belongs to IT Planning Division and is responsible for Must be Japanese/English bilingual.​​​​​​​

Detail 4/3/2024   Job No. 13125   Apply

Sales Representative

A Japanese food trading company is looking for English and Chinese speaking Sales personnel. There is no sales quota. Mainly dealing with existing customers.

Detail 4/3/2024   Job No. 13083   Apply

Accounting Coordinator

• Performs day-to-day accounting functions, including invoice processing, handling accounts receivable and payable requests. • Research and resolving discrepancies in a timely fashion and providing support and assistance for any audit requests. • Participate in team, company, or other meetings and occasional training and webinars, as needed or requested. • Entering financial transactions into Accounting software to process data and complete reports and other documentation, while maintaining confidentiality of all financial data.

Detail 4/3/2024   Job No. 12801   Apply

Personal Line Account Representative

A Japanese Insurance broker is looking for a Personal Line Account Representative/Assistant. The essential duties are below. ・Duties consist of all aspects of daily operation, including but not limited to preparing ACORD applications, quotes, certificates of insurance, auto ID cards, endorsement requests, policy checks, filing, downloading policies, and data entry. ・Establish customer relationships and follow up with customers as needed. ・Provide prompt, accurate, and friendly customer service. ・Service can include responding to inquiries regarding insurance availability, eligibility, coverages, policy changes, transfers, claim submissions and billing clarification.

Detail 4/2/2024   Job No. 12671   Apply

Account Manager

A company specializing in decorative materials, graphic printing, etc., is currently seeking a Salesperson in NY. OEM sales experience is required.

Detail 4/2/2024   Job No. 12915   Apply

Security Engineer

A Japanese IT service provider is looking for a Security Engineer. Bilingual in English and Japanese required.

Detail 3/29/2024   Job No. 12779   Apply

Chef

A high-end kaiseki speakeasy-style Japanese restaurant is looking for a chef.

Detail 3/29/2024   Job No. 12747   Apply

Sales Representative Assisting Manager

A Chemical Manufacture is hiring an assistant manager with experience in chemical and electrical products. This position requires 30-50% of an international and domestic business trip. Japanese language skill is a plus.

Detail 3/27/2024   Job No. 10859   Apply

Project Manager

A Japanese IT service company is looking for a Project Manager. This position will organize, manage, and plan complex projects for the organization’s research, development, and product implementation efforts. 

Detail 3/27/2024   Job No. 12559   Apply

Sr. Human Resource Technology & Analytics Analyst

A Japanese trading company is looking for an HRT&A who is well-versed in SAP Success Factors. This position is Temp staff.

Detail 3/21/2024   Job No. 12960   Apply

Operations Analyst

A Japanese banking corporation is looking for an Operations Analyst.

Detail 3/21/2024   Job No. 12878   Apply

IT Support Engineer

This position is stationed at the client’s site. However, might be assigned for Telecommuting as Hybrid, depends on the client’s needs. Responsibilities include providing technical support on system administration timely manner. *Job functions may differ depending on client’s requirement.

Detail 3/15/2024   Job No. 12132   Apply

Marketing & Sales Associate

This position is responsible for assisting with analyzing, planning, developing, coordinating, and executing Sales, Marketing, and Business Development activities to increase both revenue and volume of the business.

Detail 3/13/2024   Job No. 12256   Apply

Relocation Consultant

Relocation Consultant (Agent) will be responsible for residential transactions.

Detail 3/7/2024   Job No. 10347   Apply

MIS Help Desk Staff

A manufacturing company is looking for an IT help desk staff to assist employees and visitors who are experiencing any procedural or operating difficulty with the use of IT applications, products or services.

Detail 3/7/2024   Job No. 12691   Apply

Accounting Specialist

A Japanese company that handles high-quality products for professionals in the beauty industry is looking for an Accounting Specialist. This position responsible for accounting, tax and payroll and requires +2 years accounting experience and basic accounting knowledge.

Detail 3/7/2024   Job No. 12647   Apply

Sales or Sales Manager

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Detail 3/6/2024   Job No. 12107   Apply

IT Project Manager

Japanese IT solution provider is hiring an IT project manager with starting salary 95K.

Detail 2/14/2024   Job No. 12674   Apply

Sales Engineer

A Japanese IT service company is looking for a Sales Engineer. This position serves as a liaison in the sales process when complex and technical equipment or services are involved.

Detail 12/28/2023   Job No. 12560   Apply

CRM Developer

・Define technical/non-functional requirements of customer’s business system ・Design, develop, plan and deploy the system change and/or code, while discussing technical aspects with outsource vendors ・Estimate and plan efforts necessary for system change and code deployment ・Troubleshoot system error and/or software bugs, and provide a workaround. ・Propose reasonable solutions to the root cause of system error and/or software bugs. ・Design system behavior or use case scenario and develop program code to meet the requirement ・Provide necessary documents for effective support ・Acquire and apply knowledge of new technology ・Collaborate with senior engineers to identify and solve variety of problems ・Participates in multi implementation projects or customer supports ・Follow project schedule (WBS) for projects ・Follow support service plan for maintenance support ・Performs system tests (integration test, regression test, performance test) ・Proposes improvements of client’s business system ・Follow or assist Grade3 engineer for documenting, configuring, and testing tasks in project or support

Detail 12/21/2023   Job No. 11872   Apply