Japanese Bilingual Administrative & Interpretation Assistant (Part Time)

Location: Sandy Springs, GA

Position Type: Part-time

Hours: 20–30 per week

Salary: $22/hr-$26/hr (DOE)

Position Summary

A new Japanese company in the Atlanta area is seeking a detail-oriented and versatile Japanese/English bilingual individual to support our accounting, administrative, and interpretation needs. This part-time role involves assisting with daily financial tasks, providing general office administrative support, and facilitating communication between English and Japanese speakers.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Support

• Assist with accounts payable and receivable data entry
• Prepare and process invoices, expense reports, and payment requests
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Support monthly closing activities and bank reconciliations

Administrative Support

• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
• Maintain and organize office files and supplies
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and other documents

Interpretation & Translation

• Provide verbal interpretation during meetings, calls, and events
• Translate documents, emails, and other materials between English and Japanese
• Support cross-cultural communication between staff, clients, and partners

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel)
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Fluent in English and Japanese (both written and verbal)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality

Work Environment

• Part-time, 20–30 hours per week
• Office-based role with occasional remote tasks
• May require occasional overtime during peak business periods