Japanese Bilingual Accounting Assistant
 Staffmark Group | |
$55,000.00-$65,000.00
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paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)
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 United States, Illinois, Vernon Hills | |
 Jul 08, 2025 | |
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Position: Japanese Bilingual Accounting Assistant
Work hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Lake County, IL
(Hybrid - 3 days/w office)
FLSA: Exempt, Direct-Hire, Full-Time
An international company in Lake County, IL is seeking a Japanese Bilingual Accounting Assistant to provide support to the Accounting and Finance Managers. This role will be responsible for a variety of accounting functions including cash management, monthly closing activities, audit preparation, and communication with the overseas headquarters.
Responsibilities:
Perform accurate and timely entry of accounting data
Monitor daily banking activity and prepare detailed cash reports
Support monthly close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations
Manage and reconcile transactions with the parent company
Generate financial reports and maintain clear communication with overseas HQ
Assist with cash forecasting and bank reconciliations
Prepare and organize audit documentation for internal and external audits
Support compliance activities and internal control procedures
Provide administrative and financial support to the Accounting and Finance Managers
Qualifications:
Bilingual in Japanese (business level writing) is required.
Minimum of Three years of accounting experience required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is necessary.
ERP experience highly preferred.
Proactively learn and engage in professional development.
Benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental and Vision), Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, 401K, and Tuition assistance The Illinois pay transparency law requires employers to include a good-faith estimate of the pay scale and benefits in any job posting. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play. About Staffmark Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. To read our candidate privacy info statement which explains how we will use your information click here. | |