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Finance Analyst - Japanese Bilingual Conversational

Staffmark Group
$55,000.00-$60,000.00
paid time off, paid holidays
United States, California, Torrance
Mar 24, 2025
Finance Analyst - Japanese Bilingual Conversational Location: Torrance, CA Category: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Employee Location: Torrance, CA (Onsite) Work Hours: 9a - 6p Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Analyst to join a global company in Torrance, CA. The Finance Analyst will play a crucial role in providing financial analysis, reporting, and support across various business functions. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be proficient in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting, and possess a solid understanding of financial statements. This position offers a broad range of responsibilities, providing excellent opportunities for professional growth and development. Responsibilities: * Analyze sales deductions, including discounts, rebates, and chargebacks, to identify trends and variances. * Evaluate the effectiveness of promotional programs and provide recommendations for optimization. * Prepare reports and presentations on sales deduction and promotion performance. * Analyze product costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead, to identify cost-saving opportunities. * Develop and maintain product costing models. * Prepare reports on product cost variances and trends. * Analyze financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to identify key performance indicators and trends. * Prepare financial reports and presentations for management. * Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closing procedures. * Analyze tradeshow expenses to determine ROI and identify cost efficiencies. * Track and reconcile all tradeshow related spending. * Analyze departmental operational expenses, identify areas of overspending and provide suggestions for cost control. * Prepare operational expense reports. * Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts. * Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis. * Develop and maintain financial forecasting models. * Assist in credit limit reference checks, approve sales orders based on customer credit limits and maintain accurate records. * Assist in purchase order and purchase request approval by ensuring that are aligned with budget and company needs. * Assist with tax related duties such as the preparation and filing of federal and state income tax returns, sales tax, property tax, 1042, 1099, and other tax-related documents. * Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required. * Participate in special projects as assigned by management. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. * Minimum 1-2 years of experience of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. * Familiarity with financial modeling and valuation techniques. * Knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP or IFRS). * Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, and financial modeling). * Proficiency in other Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). * Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. * Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data. * Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies. * Ability to develop and implement financial models and forecasts. * Ability to perform variance analysis and provide insightful commentary. * Ability to conduct thorough research and gather relevant information. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. * Strong attention to detail and accuracy. * Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. * Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both English and Japanese (conversational fluency). 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. About Staffmark Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. 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