General Manager – Japanese Bilingual

About the Role

The General Manager oversees all administrative, finance, HR, and general affairs operations for the Santa Ana office. This role ensures organizational efficiency, leads administrative initiatives, and acts as a key liaison with the Japan headquarters, external accounting/payroll partners, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Finance

• Oversee accounting operations and monthly/annual closing
• Manage A/R, A/P (daily), payroll processing (biweekly), and cash flow
• Prepare reports for HQ and monitor budget vs. actuals
• Evaluate business performance and manage personnel-related expenses
• Coordinate with external accounting and payroll firms

Human Resources

• Lead organizational improvement and workforce planning
• Manage staffing changes and personnel transfers
• Conduct performance evaluations
• Maintain compensation structures, salary tables, and attendance records
• Ensure compliance with federal & state training requirements

General Affairs

• Establish and enforce internal rules and policies
• Communicate company directives across the organization
• Manage office assets and administrative support functions
• Oversee compliance practices
• Provide oversight for Inside Sales activities

Qualifications

• Japanese bilingual –  professional fluency required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field
• U.S. corporate administrative management experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel domestically and occasional international trips
• Preferred: Accounting/finance background