An international company is seeking a qualified candidate who has 5 + year of accounting experience.

Must be bilingual Japanese and English. Native level Japanese communication skills.

Must be able to go to business trip for 2-3months to another States. 

Position Title:    Senior Accountant

Department:      Accounting

Location:           San Fernando Valley

FLSA Status:    Exempt

Temp to Hire

Salary:              $60K - $65/yr

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assist the Manager Financial Reporting with financial statements, cash flow analysis, general ledger and trial balances. Maintain compliance of company policies in an efficient and effective manner.

RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL:

Due to GL closing deadlines, organizational skills and accuracy is essential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Responsible for specified General Ledger Accounts covering Inventory, Purchases & Letter of Credit Banks and Month end journals.

·         Financial Forecasting & Budget Control.

·         Administer Daily Cash Flow, review daily rates and investments opportunities, confirm funds are available to cover all anticipated expenditures.

·         Set and meet monthly and year-end closing deadlines.  Including any audit deadline requirement.

·         As a representative of the Accounting Department, meet and coordinate with other department personnel to establish, improve, and /or propose various policies and procedures

·         Review monthly expenses and report to accounting management any unusual or abnormal items. Research and report conditions responsible for the unusual/abnormal amounts.

·         Prepare for and assist auditors with various audits

·         Back up Accounts Payable, Exp Reports. Monthly Employee expenses reported by all Divisions, and other special projects assigned by Management.

·         Import & Domestic Purchase recording and reconciliation

·         Inter-company accounts reconciliation. Inventory, In-transit Valuation QC Reserve accounts & variance.

·         Accounts Payable - Inventory Trade Accounts. Trust Receipts Payable Accounts.

·         Misc. Account analysis & reconciliation as needed.

·         Must be able to travel to another States or 2-3months.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:       

No supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:       　　　 BS in Finance or Accounting.

Work Experience:        5 yrs working in different accounting environments.

Skills:

·         Bi-lingual Japanese and English. Native level Japanese communication skills.

·         Excellent math skills. The ability to analyze large quantities of information to specific details and reconciliations.

·         Good organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly.

·         Solid team player and interpersonal skills. Interested and willing to wear many hats and help out where needed. 

·         Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Words.