Japanese Bilingual Tax Specialist - Remote (Remote)

Advantage Technical
$60,000.00-$80,000.00
vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan, remote work
United States, California, Los Angeles
Nov 06, 2024
Position: Japanese Bilingual Tax Specialist - Remote Work Location: Remote Overview: A global business consulting firm is looking for a Japanese Bilingual Payroll Specialist. This position is fully remote but preferably for candidates residing in California, New York, Texas, Washington, or Tennessee. In this position, you will play a critical role in ensuring the clients' tax compliance and minimizing their tax liabilities. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including preparing and filing federal, state, and local tax returns, researching tax law, and representing clients during audits. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include but not are Limited to: * Communicate with corporate clients to gather and review financial records, income statements, and expenditures. * Develop and implement tax-saving strategies to optimize clients' tax positions. * Prepare, review, and file accurate tax returns at the federal, state, and local levels. * Ensure the accuracy and completeness of tax returns prepared by team members, including complex returns. * Manage estimated tax payments, state apportionments, and tax extensions for clients. * Guide clients through IRS regulations and ensure adherence to all tax obligations. * Participate in client meetings to answer questions, review returns, research complex tax issues, and collaborate on tax planning strategies. * Represent clients professionally before the IRS and other tax agencies as necessary. * Provide ongoing tax support to clients and address inquiries related to tax notices. * Stay up-to-date on the latest tax law changes through research and training. * Manage tax software and oversee the implementation of new features and updates. * Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff on the team about various tax topics. * Other duties assigned by Management. Qualifications: * Bilingual Japanese and English skills (Japanese: reading, writing and speaking) * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or Taxation, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. * Minimum 3-5 years of experience in preparing corporate and personal income tax returns at a consulting, accounting, or outsourcing firm. * Previous experience with Lacerte or similar tax software. * Strong knowledge in corporate and personal tax planning and compliance, tax accounting, and financial reporting, including tax provision preparation, audit, and review. * Certified Public Accounting (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) license highly preferred. Benefits: * Remote work, Paid Vacation/ Sick Leave/ Holidays, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Plan (401k) The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play. 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