Sr. Accountant

The Quick USA, Inc; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Insurance Plan (Health, Dental, Vision)

Paid Vacation

Job summary

A leading Japanese company is looking for a Senior Accountant in Los Angeles, CA. This role involves managing complex accounting functions and ensuring financial accuracy, requiring fluency in English and Japanese. Responsibilities include month-end closing, financial reporting, compliance with US GAAP, and budget planning. The position offers a salary range of $50K - $75K, flexible working hours, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, with advanced expertise in Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Fluent in both English and Japanese (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Manage the general ledger and handle accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Prepare financial statements and support consolidated reports for North American operations.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal policies.
• Collaborate with departments to streamline financial data.
• Assist in annual budget preparation and financial forecasting.
• Prepare documentation for external/internal audits.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Japanese

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Position

Sr. Accountant

Summary

A leading Japanese company is seeking a Senior Accountant who possesses the ability to independently lead and perform complex accounting functions. Depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications, the role will be assigned either to the Holding Company (overseeing regional consolidation and strategy) or to an Operating Company (focusing on entity-specific financial operations). In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial records and supporting the North American accounting framework. Fluency in both English and Japanese is strictly required.

Essential Duties (Unofficial)

• Financial Closing: Lead and perform month-end and year-end closing procedures to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• General Ledger & AP/AR: Manage the general ledger and handle accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions with high accuracy.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements and support the preparation of consolidated reports for North American operations.
• Compliance: Ensure all accounting activities comply with US GAAP, internal policies, and relevant local/international standards.
• Data Coordination: Collaborate with various departments to collect, verify, and streamline financial data for reporting purposes.
• Budgeting & Planning: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and provide data-driven support for financial forecasting.
• Audit Support: Prepare necessary documentation and provide essential support during external and internal audits.
• Strategic Support: Support special projects or process improvements (such as workflow optimization) as assigned by the Manager or Controller.

Working Hours & Working Style

Monday - Friday; 9:00 - 18:00
Flexible work hours might be applicable

Working Location

Los Angeles, CA
2 days in the office, 3 days WFM (Subject to change)

Salary/Benefit

$50K - 75K DOE
Comprehensive Insurance Plan (Health, Dental, Vision), Paid Vacation

Holidays

Saturdays, Sundays, and major US Holidays

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: 3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, with advanced expertise in Excel.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Language: Fluent in both English and Japanese (spoken and written).