Industry: Fashion/Apparel
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Salary: $20–21 per hour
Visa Sponsor: No
Language: English: Business Level, Japanese: Business Level
Detail: Japanese rattail company seeks a Japanese Bilingual Accounting Coordinator/ Hybrid (Temp/Full Time)-Santa Monica, CA
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Employment Type: Temp / Employment Period: February 2026 to around August 2026 (with the possibility of extension)
Hourly Rate: $20–21 per hour
Work Arrangement: Hybrid schedule/ 2–3 days onsite and 2–3 days remote per week
Working Hours: 8:30am-17:30 or 9:00am-18:00/ Mon to Fri
Summary:
A Japanese retail company is seeking a detail-oriented Japanese Bilingual Accounting Coordinator for a temporary position at its Santa Monica office. This role supports daily accounting operations and requires strong communication skills in both English and Japanese. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of accounting or administrative experience and thrives in a hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities:
●Assist with daily accounting operations, including AP/AR processing
●Prepare and maintain financial records, invoices, and payment documentation
●Support month-end and year-end closing activities
●Communicate with vendors, internal departments, and Japan headquarters in English and Japanese
●Maintain accurate data entry in accounting systems
●Assist with expense reports, reconciliations, and general administrative tasks
●Provide support to the accounting team as needed
Qualifications:
●1–2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative experience
●Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English (reading, writing, speaking)
●Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
●Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (preferred)
●Ability to work independently and in a team environment
