Bookkeeper - Japanese Tax Practice

Overview

At Prager Metis, we are people of integrity.

We commit to the highest standards of excellence: in our competence, professionalism, and our client service. We believe this leads to the achievement of personal, team, and organizational goals.

We leverage our unique talents and work in partnership with a team of accomplished professionals.

Our environment is flexible, transparent, and diverse. 

Partners & Managers are engaged in mentoring, leading by example, and collaboration to support our career path choices.

At Prager Metis, we are part of something bigger.

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In January of 2022, Prager Metis became the first CPA firm to set up shop in the Metaverse.

Qualified individuals will have the opportunity to join our employee friendly corporate culture, which offers excellent career growth opportunities and mobility.

Prager Metis offers:

• Flexible work arrangements (Remote/WFH/Hybrid on select roles)
• Competitive base salaries
• Paid time off, Sick Time, & Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending Options: HRA, FSA, and/or HSA
• Access to Employee Wellness Programs
• Summer Flexible Schedule
• Employer contribution to 401(k) plan
• CPA licensure support & Incentives as well as other applicable certifications and licenses
• Make a Difference: Volunteer opportunities with charity partner organizations

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Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable/receivable, and reconcile clients’ balance sheet accounts
• Enter general ledger postings and adjusting journal entries in the system
• Prepare bank & credit card statements
• Prepare and edit monthly cash flows
• Record and enter payroll
• Interact with vendors, banking relationships and clients
• Respond to daily client or partner requests
• Process payroll, gross-up calculations, and timesheet calculations (ADP or Paychex)
• Prepare and file state and use tax return and property tax forms
• Prepare consolidated financial statements
• Intercompany reconciliation (Japanese parent- U.S. Subs)
• Prepare financial statements, cash flow statements, and income statements, operational reports, and forms 1096, 1099 and 1042
• Coordinate with clients for SOS filings, annual report, registered agent and business license renewals
• Special projects as assigned partner requests

Starting salary range for this position is between $55-60k, and will be finalized based on the candidate's years of experience and local cost of labor. Please note this is position is non-exempt and full-time.

Remote and or hybrid work arrangements available for this position as long as the individual resides in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or related experience
• Heavy bookkeeping experience, with AP/AR, bank reconciliations, etc. 
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Excellent client service orientation in both Japanese and English. Written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, projects, and clients with accuracy, dedication, and enthusiasm
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and other Microsoft Office programs
• High level working knowledge of QuickBooks and some knowledge of Bill.com

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Prager Metis CPAs is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard age, race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, employment status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, domestic victim status, caregiver status or any other characteristic protected by law. Prager Metis also makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state laws.