Bilingual Japanese Payroll & Accounting Specialist (Torrance, CA)

Triup, Inc.

Torrance (CA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A professional services firm in Torrance, CA, is seeking a Bilingual Japanese Payroll & Accounting Specialist to manage payroll and accounting tasks for diverse clients. The ideal candidate will have strong bilingual skills, relevant qualifications, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accurate financial operations and high-quality client service.

Qualifications

Experience in payroll processing and full-cycle bookkeeping/accounting.
Experience in public accounting or with outsourced service providers is a plus.
Ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Process payroll for client employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Perform bookkeeping duties including AR/AP and financial reporting.
Prepare financial statements and assist in tax filing.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Japanese

Payroll processing

Bookkeeping

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

CPA or Enrolled Agent certification

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Sage

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

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Bilingual Japanese Payroll & Accounting Specialist (Torrance, CA)

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$45,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

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This position is for a professional services firm located in Torrance, CA, providing comprehensive accounting, tax, and payroll solutions to a wide range of domestic and international clients, particularly within the Japanese business community. As a Payroll & Accounting Specialist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial operations while supporting clients across multiple industries.

The ideal candidate has experience in both payroll processing and general accounting and thrives in a client-facing, fast-paced environment. Bilingual skills in English and Japanese are highly valued, as is a background in public accounting or outsourced bookkeeping.

[Responsibilities]

Process payroll for client employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payments
Maintain payroll records, employee data, and manage tax withholdings and deductions
Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries from clients and their employees
Perform bookkeeping duties including AR/AP, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Support monthly and year-end closings, including subledger and bank reconciliations
Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, income statement) and reporting packages for clients and headquarters
File and process sales/use tax, property tax, and other business filings
Assist in preparing and filing corporate and individual tax returns
Support clients during audits and financial reviews
Communicate with clients in both English and Japanese (as applicable) to ensure high service quality

[Qualifications]

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred
Experience in payroll processing and full-cycle bookkeeping/accounting
Experience in public accounting or with outsourced service providers is a plus
CPA or Enrolled Agent certification is a strong advantage
Proficient in QuickBooks Online, Sage, and/or ERP systems
Strong Microsoft Excel and general computer skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Bilingual in English and Japanese highly preferred
Ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
$45,000–$70,000/year (Depending on Experience)
Full-time, non-exempt position
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Supportive, team-based work environment serving international clients

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