Bilingual Japanese/English Tax Specialist

Support clients with bilingual Japanese/English tax compliance and planning in a remote role.

Responsibilities

• Gather and review clients’ financial records, income statements, and expenditures
• Analyze tax positions and implement strategies aimed at minimizing tax liabilities
• Prepare, review, and file accurate federal, state, and local tax returns
• Review work papers and returns prepared by team members, including technically complex filings
• Prepare federal and state estimated tax payments, state apportionment, and tax extensions
• Support ongoing client compliance with IRS regulations and state and federal tax obligations
• Attend client meetings to address questions, review returns, research tax issues, and contribute to tax planning
• Represent clients before the IRS, state, and local tax agencies as required
• Respond to notices from federal, state, and local governments and provide tax support to clients
• Manage tax software and oversee implementation of new features and updates
• Research tax law and monitor changes to stay current on tax law updates

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• CPA (Required)
• 3 to 5 years preparing corporate and personal income tax returns (required)
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in taxation or accounting
• Ability to speak, read, and write Japanese (required)
• Strong knowledge of tax and accounting laws, procedures, and tax issues
• Proficiency in Lacerte tax software is preferred

Technology

• Lacerte tax software

Location & Work Setup

• Torrance, CA (remote)
• Work location: In person

Compensation

• USD 80,000 - 100,000 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question

• Are you proficient in Lacerte tax software?