Experienced Accounting & Finance Professionals, Japanese-English Bilingual

The Career Meister

Melbourne VIC (Hybrid)

Financial Accounting & Reporting (Accounting)

Full time

70K–120K + Super (depending on roles)

Job Summary: Multiple accounting and finance opportunities are now available for experienced Japanese-English bilingual professionals in Melbourne.

We are seeking capable accounting, finance and administration professionals who can confidently support real business operations, not just process simple transactions.

About These Opportunities: CAREER MEISTER is currently working with several Japanese and international businesses across Melbourne, and we are looking to connect with experienced accounting and finance professionals who are ready for their next step.

The available opportunities may include roles across: Accounting / Assistant Accounting

Accounts Administration

Payroll and AP / AR

Management Accounting support

Finance and accounting coordination

Broader corporate administration involving accounting duties

These roles are suited to candidates who have already built a solid foundation in accounting or finance and can take responsibility for day-to-day accounting tasks with accuracy, maturity and good judgement.

This is not an entry-level advertisement.

We are especially interested in candidates who have around 4–5 years or more of practical accounting, finance or accounts administration experience.

What Your Next Role May Look Like: Depending on your experience and the client’s needs, your responsibilities may include:

Managing or supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable

Preparing invoices, payments, reconciliations and journals

Assisting with month-end and reporting processes

Supporting payroll, superannuation and employee-related payments

Working with accounting systems such as Xero, MYOB, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or similar

Communicating with internal teams, external accountants, suppliers and clients

Supporting Japanese-speaking stakeholders where required

Assisting with broader administration, reporting and business support tasks

Some roles may be hands-on accounting positions within small to mid-sized businesses, while others may offer broader exposure across finance, operations and corporate administration.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for candidates who can bring more than just basic bookkeeping knowledge.

Ideally, you will have:

Around 3–5 years or more of practical accounting, finance or accounts administration experience

Strong understanding of day-to-day accounting processes

Experience with AP, AR, reconciliations, payments, journals and month-end support

Good Excel skills and confidence working with numbers

Business-level English communication skills

Japanese language skills, ideally business level or above

A careful, reliable and mature working style

The ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks

Current work rights in Australia

Accounting qualifications such as a degree in accounting, CPA / CA progress, or relevant local study will be highly regarded, but practical capability is the most important point.

This Role May Suit You If You Are

Already working in accounting, finance or accounts administration in Australia

Looking for a role where Japanese and English skills can be used professionally

Interested in working with Japanese or international businesses

Comfortable in a hands-on accounting environment

Looking for a long-term career step, not just a temporary office job

Someone who enjoys accuracy, structure and responsibility

Important Note: These opportunities are best suited to candidates who can confidently support accounting and finance operations in a real business environment.

If your experience is mainly limited to short-term study, basic bookkeeping coursework, or very junior administration tasks, these roles may not be the right fit at this stage.

However, if you have solid practical experience and are looking for a role where your accounting skills, Japanese language ability and business sense can be properly valued, we would be very happy to hear from you.

Location: Current and upcoming opportunities may be available in:

Melbourne CBD / inner suburbs

Melbourne northern or south-eastern suburbs

Exact location will depend on each role.

Employment Type: Permanent, contract and casual opportunities may be available depending on the position.

Salary Range: Salary will vary depending on the role, location and level of experience.

As a general guide, current opportunities may range from approximately:

70,000 to 120,000 + Super

Senior or more specialised roles may be discussed separately.

Work rights:

Applicants must have unrestricted full working rights in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.

Application due date:

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and early applications are strongly encouraged. Shortlisting may commence prior to any formal closing date.

Take the Next Step:

If you are a Japanese-English bilingual accounting or finance professional and are considering your next career move, we would welcome your application.

Please submit your resume and a short note outlining:

Your current visa / work rights status

Your accounting or finance experience

Systems you have used

Your preferred location

Your salary expectation

Your availability / notice period

CAREER MEISTER will review your background and contact you if your experience matches one of our current or upcoming opportunities.

CAREER MEISTER

Shaping Careers, Strengthening Companies

Career Meister is a Melbourne-based recruitment and consulting firm specialising in connecting skilled professionals with international and Japanese-affiliated businesses across Australia.

Founded in 2015, we have built a strong reputation for delivering thoughtful, personalised recruitment support to both companies and candidates.

What makes us different is simple: we personally meet every candidate and work closely with our clients to ensure the right technical, professional, and cultural fit.

With deep roots in Melbourne and strong connections with global and Japanese businesses, we focus not only on filling roles but on helping professionals build meaningful, long-term careers.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Email: info@careermeister.com.au