Japanese Speaking Job - Admin and Accounts Assistant (Insurance)

People First Team Japan/ピープルファーストチームジャパン; London; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Japanese Speaking Admin and Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves a variety of administrative and accounts tasks, including managing payments, handling reception duties, and supporting insurance operations. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Japanese and possess strong English skills, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. With a flexible approach and a passion for their work, the successful applicant will thrive in a supportive environment that values efficiency and accuracy. If you are ready to make a significant contribution to a vibrant team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Japanese and business-level English required.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admin/accounts duties and manage payments.
• Handle reception calls and organize team events.
• Support all aspects of insurance operations.

Skills

Fluency in Japanese

Business level English

Microsoft Office

Excel skills

Administrative skills

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Tools

PC

Accounting System

Job description

Job Title: Japanese Speaking Admin and Accounts Assistant (Insurance)

Salary: £27,000~£30,000

Location: South London

Job status: Permanent

Working hours: 9:00-17:30 (3 days WFH available after the probation period)

Start date: ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Admin/Accounts Assistant Duties
• Receive reception telephone calls
• Post in / out
• Perform domestic and international payments
• Create data for each payment
• Issuing purchase orders and other approvals forms
• General filing, scanning, record updates
• Prepare various data entry to Accounting System
• Reconciliation work
• Cashbook and Cash flow Management
• Stationery/supplies ordering
• Managing kitchen/cleaning/equipment services
• Meeting and greeting visitors (providing refreshments)
• Organising team events
• Supporting all aspects of Insurance operation

Requirements:

• Fluency with professional Japanese and Business level English in speaking, reading, and writing
• Microsoft Office applications with strong Excel skills
• Previous experience as an administrator within a Japanese company would be favourable.
• Perform other duties that may arise and as delegated by Supervisor and/or other Management
• Utilize PC, software applications, and other office equipment in an effective manner
• Flexible approach and passionate about work
• Accurate and efficient