Accounting Manager/ Financial Controller (Japanese bilingual/ CPA)

QUICK USA; White House (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

404(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

QUICK USA, located in White House, Tennessee, is seeking a skilled Japanese‑Bilingual Accounting Manager / Financial Controller. This full-time position requires a valid US CPA and involves managing local accounting operations, legal audit compliance, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will also manage J-SOX internal controls and maintain executive-level communication with the Japanese headquarters.

The position includes preparing financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and overseeing daily accounting activities such as Accounts Payable and Receivable. A strong background in J-SOX compliance and fluency in Japanese and English is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of corporate accounting or audit experience, with a preference for manufacturing experience.
• Execution experience with financial statement audits and reporting to a Japanese parent company.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with US GAAP.
• Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and payroll operations.
• Ensure compliance with J-SOX regulations and execute internal control procedures.
• Liaison for external and internal financial audits, and corporate tax filings.

Skills

Fluent/Native-level Japanese

Business-level English

Advanced proficiency in ERP systems

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Cost accounting knowledge

J-SOX internal control testing

Education

Active US Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Job description

Summary

• A leading precision manufacturing company located in White House, Tennessee, is seeking a highly skilled, Japanese‑Bilingual Accounting Manager / Financial Controller holding a valid US CPA. This critical role bridges the local manufacturing operations and the Japanese corporate headquarters. The ideal candidate will take full ownership of local accounting, legal audit compliance, and financial reporting, while robustly managing J‑SOX internal controls and ensuring seamless, executive‑level communication with stakeholders in Japan.
• Lead and manage the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and corporate parent requirements.
• Oversee all day‑to‑day accounting activities including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, general ledger, payroll operations, and local tax compliance.
• Direct and ensure flawless execution of internal control procedures in strict compliance with J‑SOX (Japanese Sarbanes‑Oxley) regulations.
• Serve as the primary liaison and facilitate all activities for external financial audits, corporate tax filings, and internal J‑SOX audits.
• Prepare, analyze, and present comprehensive financial reporting packages to the local management team and the Japanese corporate headquarters.
• Translate complex financial data and regulatory updates between English and Japanese to align global business objectives.
• Manage corporate treasury operations, cash flow forecasting, and localized budget variances.
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday – Friday) / On‑site position (Full‑time)

Working Location

• White House, Tennessee

Salary / Benefit

• $90K - $120K / year (Exempt) *Commensurate with experience and CPA qualifications. Benefit packages include Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, 404(k) matching, and paid time off.

Holidays

• Saturday, Sunday, and major US National Holidays (Follows company calendar)

Qualifications

• Language: Fluent/Native-level Japanese and Business-level English (Professional professional proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking for corporate reporting).
• Certification: Active US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strictly required.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of corporate accounting or audit experience (experience in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred).
• Expertise: Hands‑on, practical execution experience with J‑SOX internal control testing, financial statement audits, and reporting to a Japanese parent company.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. Deep understanding of cost accounting and internal auditing frameworks.