Assistant Accounting Manager – Growing Consumer Brand

Job Title: Assistant Accounting Manager

Industry: Consumer Goods / E-Commerce

Location: New York City (Hybrid)

About the Role

A growing Japanese startup is seeking an Assistant Accounting Manager to join during an exciting early-stage phase. This role offers a unique opportunity to go beyond traditional accounting and play a key role in building the organization’s foundation, with exposure to general affairs and cross-functional operations under executive leaders.

We are looking for a hands-on, adaptable accounting professional who is comfortable wearing multiple hats and thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Accounting Operations

• Support day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and bank reconciliations, in collaboration with the finance BPO provider and Tokyo headquarters.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of financial statements for review by Tokyo headquarters and consolidated reporting purposes.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation for all financial transactions.
• Process vendor onboarding, accounts payable, invoice verification, payment scheduling, and employee expense reimbursements.
• Assist with monitoring cash balances and preparing cash flow reports and forecasts.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with Tokyo headquarters and external service providers to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

General Affairs & Administrative Support

• Support office administration and general affairs activities as needed.
• Coordinate with external vendors, service providers, and internal stakeholders on operational matters.
• Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives in a growing startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and month-end close processes.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with financial reporting and consolidation is preferred.
• Experience supporting audits, payroll processing, or multi-state operations is a plus.
• Experience working in a startup, high-growth, or entrepreneurial environment is highly preferred.
• Business-level English required; Japanese language skills are highly preferred but not required.
• Experience working with Japanese companies, international organizations, or global teams is a plus.