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Japanese Bilingual Accounting Manager - Houston TX
Position: Japanese Bilingual Accounting Manager
Industry: Energy
Location: Houston TX
Salary: 158-197K/year (DOE)
Status: Full Time/Direct Hire
Work Style: Hybrid
Ref #: #33183
Responsibilities
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Prepare and review financial statements (IFRS / U.S. GAAP)
- Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and accruals
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting to global HQ
- Manage audits and coordinate with external auditors
- Oversee federal, state, and local tax filings with advisors
- Support tax planning and optimization initiatives
- Approve invoices and payments in line with internal controls
- Monitor cash flow and manage company cash positions
- Handle intercompany transactions (loans, capital activity, etc.)
- Manage and mentor a small accounting team (3 direct reports)
- Set priorities, review work, and ensure high-quality output
- Support hiring, training, and performance development
- Lead budgeting and forecasting
- Provide financial analysis and insights to leadership
- Identify and implement process improvements
Qualifications
- 10+ years of accounting experience
- BA degree
- CPA preferred
- Experience managing or mentoring a team
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or U.S. GAAP
- Background in financial reporting, audits, and tax coordination
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with execution
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
- Prefer Oil & Gas or energy industry experience (including JV accounting)
- Experience working with international teams or HQ
- Japanese Bilingual language skills