Staff Accountant

Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with strong Excel skills and Japanese bilingual proficiency (highly preferred) to join our team in Shelbyville, IN. The ideal candidate will be responsible for bookkeeping, financial records management, AP/AR transactions, inventory tracking, and tax compliance-related activities.

Key Responsibilities:

✔ Maintain bookkeeping and financial records
✔ Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) transactions
✔ Assist with monthly closing tasks, including journal entries and bank reconciliations
✔ Support tax preparation and compliance-related activities
✔ Track and manage inventory costs and financial reports
✔ Maintain relationships with customers and vendors
✔ Utilize Odessey software for accounting functions and reporting
✔ Provide limited support for payroll-related inquiries (no direct payroll processing)
✔ Leverage advanced Excel skills for financial analysis, data reconciliation, and reporting
✔ Communicate effectively in both English and Japanese to support a bilingual work environment

Qualifications:

✔ 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a similar role
✔ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (preferred)
✔ Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting
✔ Experience with journal entries, bank reconciliations, and tax preparation
✔ Proficiency in inventory tracking and cost management
✔ Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis, etc.)
✔ Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English (highly preferred)
✔ Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently
✔ Strong communication skills for customer and vendor interactions
✔ Experience with Odessey software is a plus

Work Schedule & Benefits:

✔ Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)
✔ Competitive benefits package
✔ FSLA Exempt Position