Japanese Speaking Accounting and Business Assistant

**Company Description**:
Join a global company and a leading provider of engineering, manufacturing, and construction solutions. With a strong focus on innovation and advanced technologies, they serve diverse industries such as energy, resources, and infrastructure. They specialize in providing heavy machinery along with their expertise, delivering high-quality products and services that contribute to the development and growth of these sectors in Australia and around the world.

A leading comprehensive heavy-industry manufacturer with a rich history of innovation since 19th century, spanning across Resource, Energy and Environment; Social Infrastructure; Industrial Systems and General-purpose Machinery; and Aero Engine, Space and Defense sectors. They strive to meet the evolving demands of energy, urbanization, industrialization, and transportation efficiency. Join the team to continue shaping a brighter and sustainable future for society through cutting-edge engineering solutions.

**Position Summary**:
In this exciting position, you will play a vital role in efficiently managing daily tax invoices and accounts receivable, contributing to month-end activities, and offering valuable financial insights. Take advantage of their exceptional in-house CPA mentorship program, which provides guidance and support for your professional growth. Gain valuable exposure to various aspects of accounting and tax, while enjoying flexible working arrangements that include the option to work from home one day per week.

**We are seeking an entry-level accounting officer with a strong professional work ethic, committed to pursuing a long-term career with us as a professional corporate accountant. We value applicants who share our determination to work together in achieving our long-term goals.**

**Responsibilities**:
Accounts Payable Duties:

- Efficiently handle daily tax invoices from suppliers, ensuring prompt payment processing using the advanced SAP ERP system.
- Collaborate with project and administration teams to obtain necessary approvals, streamlining the payment workflow.

Accounts Receivable Duties:

- Take charge of issuing sales invoices, leveraging the cutting-edge Sage ERP system.
- Proactively engage with customers to maintain healthy AR balances, providing regular updates and diligently following up on overdue payments.

Payroll Duties:

- Prepare accurate and timely weekly payroll for the dedicated team of 5 employees, ensuring smooth and efficient payroll operations.

Month End and Daily Banking Duties:

- Contribute to the month-end closing process, assisting with key financial activities.

Assisting role for accounting, admin and HR:

- To assist with accounts payable function including preparing payslip for vendors’ invoice, distributing of the invoice to designated person for approval, recording the invoice in accounting system, keeping proper documentation.
- To assist with Accounts Receivable function including issuing sales invoice to customers, recording sales in accounting system, keeping proper documentation.
- To assist with daily banking function including recording vendors’ payment and customer receipts in accounting system.
- To process and prepare payments for staff reimbursement, company credit card.
- To assist with the month end close processes, year end close and annual audit.
- Liaise with site admin/accounts to promote smooth flow of project site information
- To process weekly payroll for 7 employees.
- Ad hoc work: Assisting with preparing HR related documentations and some company admin matters when required.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Attention to detail, accountability, and a quick learning ability are key attributes we value.
- Have Japanese language skills
- Have Experience working in a Japanese company
- Good communication skills are essential to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
- Experience is not essential as training will be provided.
- Fresh accounting or business graduate is welcome to apply.

**Probation period**:
6 months

**What's in it for you?**
- Benefit from an in-house CPA mentor who will support your professional growth.
- Gain exposure to various aspects of accounting and tax, expanding your knowledge beyond just AR or AP.
- Access extensive SAP training during the implementation phase, enhancing your skills in this widely used ERP system.
- Join an international company with a fantastic corporate culture that values its employees.
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home one day per week after the probationary period, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
- Take advantage of the generous leave policy, including 20 days of annual leave, 10 days of sick leave, and additional paid company holidays.
- Secure a permanent full-time position with fixed working hours (9am-5pm with a 1-hour lunch break).
- Reimbursement the CPA annual membership fee, reflecting the commitment to your profession