Audit Manager - Japanese bilingual

Overview The hiring firm primarily supports Japanese corporations, focusing on their U.S. subsidiaries and global expansion. They provide a broad array of services including: • Financial and internal control audits • Accounting outsourcing • Advisory services • Tax compliance • Operational audits TheAudit Manageris a pivotal leadership role responsible for: • Overseeing financial audits • Managing accounting operations (e.g., bookkeeping, payroll) • Driving accounting advisory initiatives This position requires not only technical excellence but also leadership to: • Maintain audit quality • Foster team development • Streamline operations • Enhance the firm’s overall profitability The role also demands strategic thinking to offer solutions that support client growth across diverse industries. ️Key Responsibilities • Lead and execute financial audits including: • Planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, workpaper and report preparation • Supervise and evaluate staff/senior staff; manage workload and project timelines • Maintain regular communication with clients; provide improvement proposals and uncover additional service needs • Evaluate internal controls (e.g., J-SOX compliance) and provide recommendations • Offer advisory services on IFRS, US GAAP (e.g., process enhancement, quicker closings) • Manage/review bookkeeping and payroll processes • Oversee engagement profitability, resource planning, invoicing, and collections • Optional: Contribute to M&A advisory (PMI, financial due diligence) Required Qualifications • CPA license (USCPA or Japan CPA) • 5+ years of audit experience (minimum 1 year in review/managerial capacity) • Hands-on experience with US GAAP (J-GAAP or IFRS also welcomed) • Business-level English (able to review English financial statements and audit reports, attend meetings) • Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint • Experience with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP) • Strong project management skills across multiple engagements Preferred Qualifications • Previous managerial role in Big 4 or mid-tier firms • Experience in bookkeeping, monthly closing support, or payroll processing • Experience supporting audits/accounting for overseas subsidiaries of Japanese companies • Experience supporting internal control evaluations or J-SOX implementation • Hands-on experience preparing client reports and analyzing data for financial due diligence Work Conditions • Employment Type: Full-time • Location: Torrance, CA (up to 2 days/week remote work) • Work Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (flex time system available) • Annual Salary: TBD based on experience and capability, with performance-based bonus • Holidays & Leave: 5-day work week, public holidays, year-end/new year holidays, paid leave • Benefits: Full social insurance, CPE and license renewal expense support • Base: $110-160K To apply please email resume [email protected]