Accountant, Finance and Accounting

PositionAccountantDepartmentFinance and AccountingPosition typeFull-timeLocationTokyo (Sangen-jaya station): hybrid-remote flexibility after initial training period available.Report toManager AP & GAAPWork hours37.5 Hours Per Week (9:00 to 17:30, Monday to Friday)Visa RequirementTemple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) is able to sponsor a visa for this position.Salary & BenefitsSalary commensurate with experience.Eleven (11) days paid vacation in the first year, increasing to 20 days after 6 years of employment, plus 5 paid “personal and sick days” each year. In addition, approximately two weeks company-wide break over Christmas/New Year. Japanese social insurance and pension, commuting/telework allowance, a welfare-discount program membership, retirement payment system, and tuition benefits for Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) programs.Overview of positionThe Finance department at Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) provides financial services to over 420 staff and faculty across 29 academic and non-academic departments and programs. The accountant will be responsible for a wide range of accounting and administrative tasks, including daily bookkeeping, monthly closing, wire transfers, and other related financial operations.Primary ResponsibilitiesReview internal financial documents and forms (e.g., expense reports, payment requests, cash advance requests) for accuracy and compliance with both internal and external policiesProvide feedback and request corrections and resubmission as neededPrepare vendor payments by bank transfer in a timely mannerProcess employee expense reimbursement and preparePrepare any other cash or bank transfer payments in an appropriate mannerHandle cash advance requests, settlement and repayment.Receive cash repayment by departments and deposit to the bank accountRecord journal entries for all relevant transactions on a daily basis during monthly closingsCreate and maintain vendor IDs including updates bank account informationCommunicate with vendors and employees regarding inquiries on paymentsOrganize and file all related documents and vouchers appropriatelyPerform other administrative roles assigned by the Accounting Manager and Chief Financial OfficerQualifications & ExperienceNative-level Japanese and business-level English (oral and written)Advanced Excel skills for financial data management, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and reconciliationA few years of accounting work experience preferredNissho Bookkeeping Certification (any level) is a plusStrong attention to detail and accuracyTeam player with strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skillsApplication ProcessReview of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Ideal start date is December 2025 or shortly thereafter.Apply for This Job New Tab.*You will be directed to an external job platform, BambooHR.a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and what appeals to you about the position,a resume or CV anda list of two professional references with their contact informationOnly those applicants who make it past the initial review will be contacted.Temple University, Japan Campus is committed to equal opportunity employment, and to increase diversity and inclusivity in both its community and curricula. All qualified applicants shall receive full and equal consideration for employment. The university does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. Candidates who can contribute to the institution's goals are strongly encouraged to apply.