Business Operations Specialist managing accounting, HR, and legal operations for Canon Software America. Requires native-level Japanese and English proficiency for communication with Japanese headquarters.
Responsibilities
Handle monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual financial closings
Process billing, payments, and funds management; input into accounting system (QuickBooks)
Prepare reports and internal control documents
Communicate and report to the headquarters in Japan
Support corporate tax calculations, payments, filings, and external/internal audit coordination
Manage expatriate onboarding/offboarding, compensation, and benefits (e.g., 401K, insurance)
Assist Japanese expatriates and their families with U.S. tax filings and visa-related matters
Maintain HR policies, employee handbook, time & leave management
Collaborate with Canon U.S.A. for compliance, training, and HR programs
Hire Local Employees
Assist with contract review and management with Canon U.S.A. and vendors
Support the preparation and coordination of shareholder meeting materials
Assist in risk management activities.
Requirements
Minimum 3 years of hands-on accounting experience
Native-level proficiency in both Japanese and English (reading, writing, and speaking)
Strong team player with the ability to work independently and proactively
Experience in HR or general affairs (preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and QuickBooks (preferred)
Experience in Japanese-affiliated companies or familiarity with Japanese corporate culture (preferred).
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Discretionary profit sharing
Discretionary success sharing
Educational assistance
Recognition programs
Vacation
and much more.
Job title
Business Operations Specialist – Japanese Bilingual
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