Japanese / English Bilingual Accountant - Temporary contract (35582)

Electrical Components Trading Company is seeking a detail-oriented and reliableJapanese/English Bilingual Accountantfor a short-term assignment supporting our finance and audit teams during the year-end closing and audit period. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting support, internal control testing, and audit coordination. This is a temporary short term contract position, starting in September. Temp Japanese/English Bilingual Accountant Key Responsibilities: • Assist withannual financial closingtasks, including data compilation, journal entry support, and reconciliation tracking. • SupportJ-SOX internal control testing, including gathering supporting documents and documenting test results in both English and Japanese. • Assist infinancial statement (FS) and J-SOX audits, includingsample-based testingand coordination with internal and external auditors. • Prepare and follow up onaudit confirmation lettersrelated toinventory balances and balance reconciliations. • Prepare and follow up onaudit confirmation lettersrelated toaccounts receivable (AR) and balance reconciliations. • Organize, label, and managecollected audit evidence and financial datafor internal and external review. • Communicate and collaborate withJapanese and U.S.-based teams, ensuring clear documentation and bilingual reporting where necessary. • Other duties as assigned Temp Japanese/English Bilingual Accountant Qualifications: • First language level inJapanese(read, speak and write). • Business level or above level of English (read, speak and write). • Minimum 2 years of staff accounting, audit, or finance experience in Trading, or manufacturing industry preferred. • Familiarity withJ-SOX or internal control frameworksis a plus. • Familiar with import/export documents management • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines during high-volume periods. • Maintain accurate records and ensure that all tasks comply with relevant accounting and internal control standards. Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc.has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed. Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week Benefits: • Work from home Education: • Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: • Staff Accounting: 2 years (Required) • Audit: 2 years (Required) • J-SOX: 2 years (Required) Language: • Japanese (Required) Ability to Commute: • New York, NY 10114 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • New York, NY 10114: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person