• Torrance, California
• Accounting
• $45K - 120K DOE
• Full Time regular employee
•  Monday - Friday; 8:30 - 17:30
•  Visa Support: Yes

Job Description

Position
Junior/Senior Accountant Consultant 

Summary
A firm specializing in accounting services for Japanese companies is seeking an accounting professional. With a team of bilingual CPAs and experts across various fields, they support Japanese businesses expanding into the U.S. by providing tailored accounting, tax, and consulting services. 

They work environment offers exposure to specialists in accounting and tax, making it an excellent place for career growth, including CPA certification. Additionally, with minimal overtime compared to typical accounting firms, they provide a work-life-friendly atmosphere, making this role ideal for professionals balancing career and family. They take pride in our long-standing low turnover rate, ensuring a stable and supportive workplace.

Essential Duties

• Serve as the primary client contact for assigned engagements.
• Perform bookkeeping, monthly/quarterly closing, attestation services (financial statement reviews and compilations), tax return preparation, and other accounting/tax-related services.
• Take on interim Accounting Manager or Controller responsibilities as needed.
• Collaborate closely with Managers and Senior Managers.
• Provide consultative support to clients, including setting up new accounting and tax processes, responding to inquiries with intermediate-level expertise, and offering best-practice recommendations.
   

Working Hours, Working style
Monday - Friday; 8:30 - 17:30 (1 hour lunch, OT as needed)

• Hybrid remote (after a training period)
• Fully remote option available for candidates with prior public accounting experience, even from other states.
• Flexible working hourss can be considered for childcare needs.

Working Location
Torrance, CA

Salary / Benefit
Junior Level: $45K - 60K DOE
Senior Level: $70K - 120K DOE

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Fully covered by Employer)
• 401(k), HSA/FSA options
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, etc.

Holidays
Saturdays, Sundays, and major US holidays

Qualifications
For Junior Level:

• No prior experience required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is a plus
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles
• Japanese language proficiency is a plus, but not required

For Senior Level:

• 3+ years in public accounting or 5+ years in private accounting
• Experience in bookkeeping (including financial statement close process), attestation, or tax (corporate, individual, miscellaneous)
• Japanese language proficiency

Preferred Qualifications (All Levels):

• Public accounting experience (e.g., accounting firms, bookkeeping service providers)
• CPA or Enrolled Agent certification (CPA holders will be designated as Senior Consultants)
• Solid understanding of intermediate accounting, corporate tax, and/or individual tax
• Strong communication and project management skills; ability to manage multiple client engagement

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