Audit Staff Japanese bilingual

Audit Staff

📍 Location: Torrance CA United States (Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week in the office)

💼 Employment Type: Full-Time

💰 Compensation: Up to $80,000 (commensurate with experience)

Overview

A growing international accounting firm is seeking a motivated Audit Staff to join its team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with both U.S. and Japan-based clients while developing expertise in audit, accounting, and advisory services.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who are pursuing a CPA career path and are interested in working in a bilingual, cross-border business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day activities for attestation and non-attestation engagements
• Assist with audit fieldwork, documentation, and financial analysis
• Identify and communicate accounting and auditing issues to senior team members
• Contribute to improving engagement efficiency and identifying process improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with U.S. and Japanese clients to ensure smooth communication and information flow
• Support non-attestation services, including:
  • Bookkeeping
  • Payroll processing
  • Miscellaneous tax matters (e.g., property tax, sales tax)
• Apply firm audit methodologies and quality standards throughout engagements
• Travel as required to support client engagements

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited university
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam
• Japanese language proficiency required
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Willingness to travel when required