Payroll Manager -Japanese Bilingual (Remote OK)

A-STAFFING, INC.; New York (NY); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teleworking

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid sick and vacation time

Volunteer time off / Matching

Referral bonus program

CPA/EA license incentives

Job summary

A-STAFFING, INC. in New York seeks a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations, provide tax consultation to clients, and lead staff training. This full-time exempt role emphasizes accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The position involves preparing tax forms, handling expatriate gross-ups, and collaborating with clients to develop tax-efficient strategies while expanding knowledge in evolving regulations.

Qualifications

• CPA or EA license required.
• 5+ years of individual income tax and payroll experience.
• Strong tax accounting and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy in reporting.
• Business-level English; Japanese proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review 1040 tax returns and other tax forms.
• Prepare and review tax equalization calculations.
• Assist in responding to notices and act as client representative with tax authorities.
• Conduct gross-up computations for expatriates.
• Maintain payroll operations by data collection, entry, and payroll reporting review.
• Work with clients to develop tax-efficient solutions addressing business needs.
• Expand tax knowledge and stay up-to-date with regulations.

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or tax concentration

Tools

Excel

Word

Tax accounting software

Job description

Payroll Manager

Full-Time (40hrs) / Exempt

Position Description

The role of Payroll Manager is responsible for the payroll function and tax consultation services to clients. They will work with clients to develop tax strategies and policies for client operations and transactions. They will lead internal and external training sessions to help foster career development of tax Staff and Senior accountants.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review 1040 tax returns and other tax forms
• Prepare and review tax equalization calculation
• Assist in responding to notices and act as client representative with tax authorities
• Conduct gross up computation for expatriates
• Maintain payroll operation by collecting and entering data, and reviewing payroll reporting
• Work with clients to develop tax efficient solutions which address clients' business needs
• Work on expanding tax knowledge and keep up-to-date with latest tax regulations

Qualifications

To qualify, candidate must have:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, or a tax concentration within an accounting program from an accredited college/university.
• 5+ years of individual income tax / payroll experience
• A CPA / EA license required
• Strong tax accounting and analytical skills.
• Strong computer skills: proficiency in tax accounting software, Excel, Word.
• Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and set daily, weekly and monthly priorities.
• Detail-oriented with a strong level of accuracy in aspects of reporting and communication.
• Business level proficiency in English required - Dual business level proficiency in Japanese preferred/required.

Benefits

• Teleworking
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Paid volunteer time off / Matching Donations
• Referral bonus program
• CPA/EA license incentives and professional membership reimbursements

Note: Benefits may vary depending on specific employment terms