Audit Staff

Company Description

Premier Kaikei LLP supports Japanese companies operating in the U.S. by addressing complex cross-border accounting, tax, advisory, M&A, and business challenges. The firm combines deep Japan-U.S. expertise with a “venture mentality” that emphasizes ownership, speed, flexibility, continuous learning, and trust. Team members focus on understanding how their work impacts each client’s business, employees, headquarters, reputation, and long-term success. By listening carefully and providing clear, practical solutions, Premier Kaikei helps clients navigate unfamiliar regulations, reporting expectations, and cultural differences. The firm’s mission is to be a practical partner that enables cross-border companies to grow sustainably and build credibility in the U.S. market.

Responsibilities

• Execute the day-to-day activities of attestation and non-attestation engagements of various clients
• Detect and communicate accounting and auditing matters to seniors, managers, and partners
• Identify performance improvement opportunities
• Intermingle with U.S. and Japanese based clients to help ensure the information flow from the client to the audit team is efficient
• Interact with clients to help ensure the information flow from the client to the team is efficient
• Work on non-attestation services such as bookkeeping, miscellaneous tax (property tax, sales tax etc.), payroll, and some other consulting services
• Understand and utilize Audit Methodology

Qualification

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university and eligible to sit for the CPA exam
• Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, and solid oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions as directed
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity
• Ability to non-attestation services such as bookkeeping
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Great organizational skills, including time management and strategic thinking
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Japanese language skill is a bonus

Pay: $72,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• Japanese (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Torrance, CA 90503 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Torrance, CA 90503