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Updated 2025-04-21
Activated 2025-04-18

Consulting Assistant (Tax & Accounting Services)

This posting is managed by: Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie Française du Japon
Company Name Company is not publicly visible
Job Type
Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie Française du Japon
Consulting - Financial Consulting
Finance/Accounting - Accounting/Finance
Finance/Accounting - Finance & Corporate Finance
Location Asia Japan Tokyo

Job Description ■Job Overview
We are seeking a Consulting Assistant to support our tax and accounting services for foreign subsidiaries (particularly French companies) operating in Japan.
The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of accounting principles, knowledge of Japanese tax and compliance regulations, and
fluency in both French and Japanese to facilitate seamless communication with clients and local authorities.

■Key Responsibilities:
1. Client Support:
- Assist in preparing financial statements, tax filings, and compliance reports for foreign subsidiaries in Japan.
- Support consultations for French clients on Japanese accounting standards (JGAAP), tax laws, and statutory requirements.
- Translate documents (French-Japanese) and act as a liaison between clients and local authorities.

2. Accounting & Compliance:
- Help maintain accurate accounting records and ensure adherence to Japanese regulations.
- Assist with payroll processing, invoicing, and expense tracking for client subsidiaries.
- Support audits and due diligence processes.

3. Research & Documentation:
- Stay updated on changes in Japanese tax laws, accounting standards (e.g., JGAAP/IFRS), and corporate compliance.
- Prepare reports and presentations in both French and Japanese.

4. Administrative Tasks:
- Schedule meetings, manage client correspondence, and coordinate with cross-border teams.
Company Info We are a business advisory firm with a well-established presence in China for more than 20 years. It is headquartered in Shanghai and has offices in Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong,
Singapore and a desk in Tokyo, with correspondents in Dubai and in Italy.
Our group in Asia now employs more than 80 international and Chinese consultants fluent in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and/or Chinese.

We are a member of the International Fiscal Association (IFA), an international and independent organization dealing with fiscal matters with a network of IFA Branches located in 68
countries and with more than 12,500 members from 111 countries.
Our group, which employs more than 1,500 persons in France, in the UK, in the USA and in Asia. Wea ere structured and focused to provide tailored services to our clients, with particular
emphasis on professionalism, international and local technical expertise, and responsiveness.
Job
Requirements		 ■Qualifications & Skills:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Experience:
o 1–3 years of experience in accounting, tax, or audit (experience in a multinational firm is a plus).
o Familiarity with **Japanese tax laws** (e.g., CIT, VAT, transfer pricing) and accounting practices.
- Languages:
o Fluent in Japanese (business proficiency; JLPT N2 or higher preferred).
o Fluent in French (written and spoken; ability to explain technical concepts).
Ability to communicate in English is necessary. Advanced proficiency is a bonus.
- Soft Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and cultural sensitivity.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with French companies or subsidiaries.
- Knowledge of accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Quickbooks or Japanese HR ERP like Freee).
English Level Fluent (TOEIC 865-)
Japanese Level Fluent(JLPT Level 1 or N1)
French Level Fluent
Salary Depends on experience   
Holidays Five-Day Workweek
Paid Holidays
Job Contract
Period		 Hiring fulltime position
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