{"id":24194,"date":"2026-02-13T21:18:24","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T21:18:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pasona.com\/job\/001045\/"},"modified":"2026-02-13T21:18:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T21:18:24","slug":"001045","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.pasona.com\/en\/job\/001045\/","title":{"rendered":"Business Operations Specialist – Japanese bilingual"},"content":{"rendered":"

Business Operations Specialist<\/h1>\n

Salary Range:<\/strong> $69,300 \u2013 $85,000 (DOE)<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Long Island, NY (Hybrid: Mon\u2013Wed in office, Thu\u2013Fri remote, subject to business needs)<\/p>\n

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About the Job<\/h2>\n

An international company is seeking a Business Operations Specialist<\/strong> to support the Administrative Division. This role covers accounting, HR, legal, and general administrative functions, and will succeed a current staff member returning to headquarters next year.<\/p>\n

As the position requires frequent communication in Japanese, advanced-level proficiency in both Japanese and English (reading, writing, speaking)<\/strong> is essential.<\/p>\n

Start Date:<\/strong> Around October 1<\/p>\n

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Key Responsibilities<\/h2>\n

Accounting (Primary Focus)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closings<\/li>\n
  • Handle billing, payments, funds management, and reporting (QuickBooks)<\/li>\n
  • Support budgeting, internal controls, tax filings, and audits<\/li>\n
  • Communicate regularly with Japan headquarters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Human Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Manage onboarding\/offboarding, compensation, and benefits for expatriates and local staff<\/li>\n
    • Assist expatriates\/families with U.S. tax and visa matters<\/li>\n
    • Maintain HR policies and employee handbook<\/li>\n
    • Coordinate with U.S. affiliates on compliance and HR programs<\/li>\n
    • Support recruiting and vendor management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Legal \/ General Administration<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Assist with contract review and management<\/li>\n
      • Support preparation of shareholder meeting materials and risk management<\/li>\n
      • Join occasional after-hours meetings with Japan headquarters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Qualifications<\/h2>\n

        Required<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Minimum 3 years of accounting experience<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Native-level Japanese & Advanced-level English proficiency<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Strong team player, proactive and independent worker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Preferred<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          • HR or general affairs experience<\/li>\n
          • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and QuickBooks<\/li>\n
          • Experience in Japanese-affiliated companies or familiarity with Japanese corporate culture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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            • Medical \/ Dental \/ Vision Insurance<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Disability Insurance \/ Life Insurance<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Voluntary Benefits<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Time Off<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • 401(k) Retirement Plan<\/strong>\n
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              • Matching: 100% of first 1%, 50% of next 5%<\/li>\n
              • Profit sharing eligibility after 12 months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
              • Education Assistance<\/strong><\/li>\n
              • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) \/ Health Savings Account (HSA)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                To apply, please send resume to nyamamoto@pasona.com<\/p>\n

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