Japanese Business Services Staff - Entry Level (2026)

Company: Plante Moran
Location: Columbus
Posted on: January 26, 2025

Job Description:

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Make your mark.Whether you intend to specialize, or you'd rather gain exposure across many service lines, the sky's the limit. From day one, we invite you to make a difference-to be remarkable.Plante Moran has one of the fastest-growing Japanese practices intheU.S. Weoffertalented professionals an opportunity to grow into their full potential and experience satisfaction in servingboth Japanese and Americanclients and fellow staff members. Your role: We provide large firm-like structure, system, methodology and training as well as small firm-like closeness, attention and care to each staff member. We'll give you the flexibility to craft business solutions, not just spreadsheets. Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Engaging in corporate, partnership, individual, international federal, and state & local taxes.
• Meaningful interactions with staff at all levels as well as with our impressive repertoire of clients.
• Experience working with a wealth of business opportunities throughout a professional services firm.
• Participating in different phases of the audit and/or tax engagement.
  • Planning, testing, researching, and reporting. The qualifications:
    • Detail-oriented leader with problem solving, communication, and analytical skills.
    • Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting or Master's degree in accounting or tax.
    • Academic success (a minimumcumulativeGPA of 3.0).
    • On track to complete the requisite degree and supporting credits to sit for the CPA exam, with the goal of successfully obtaining your CPA license.
    • Understand thenuances ofJapanese business culture.
    • Professional demeanor with superior communication skills (verbal and written) at the business professional level in both Japanese and English What makes us different? On the surface, we're one of the nation's largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you'll see what makes us different: we're a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody 's perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For," and an endless array of opportunities.At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So,what are you waiting for? Apply now.
      This is an exempt position that may require some local, national, and occasional international travel. Plante Moran enjoys a "Workplace for Your Day" model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day. Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace.We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person's ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize - and celebrate - our many human differences, we're able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work.Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace. Interestedapplicantsmust submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest in our positions, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of qualified candidates who are bilingual in either Japanese and English or Chinese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran. The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.
      
      
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      We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. These standard offerings are effective on the first of the month following your start date. In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging and meal reimbursement for business-related use. A Pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers Interns and Contractors the option to elect health insurance under our contingent staff medical plan as of the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment in addition to limited paid time sick time. Seasonal staff are not eligible for benefits.
      
      
      Compensation is commensurate with technical skills and experience is provided in accordance with applicable state requirement. Compensation information posted is based on a position being located in the state of CO or IL. Please review theposition location for theapplicable geographic location.
      
      
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      Colorado monthly base range is as follows:
      
      
      $7,000.00 to $7,000.00
      
      
      
      
      Illinois monthly base range is as follows:
      
      
      $7,083.00 to $7,083.00
      
      
      

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