Payroll Manager, Japanese Bilingual

Cornerstone Staffing Solutions, Inc.

Payroll Manager responsible for managing payroll function and tax consultation services for clients. Leading training sessions and developing efficient tax strategies for client operations.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The role of Payroll Manager is responsible for the payroll function and tax consultation services to clients.
They will work with clients to develop tax strategies and policies for client operations and transactions.
They will lead internal and external training sessions to help foster career development of tax Staff and Senior accountants.
Prepare and review 1040 tax returns and other tax forms.
Prepare and review tax equalization calculation.
Assist in responding to notices and act as client representative with tax authorities.
Conduct gross up computation for expatriates.
Maintain payroll operation by collecting and entering data, and reviewing payroll reporting.
Work with clients to develop tax efficient solutions which address clients' business needs.
Work on expanding tax knowledge and keep up-to-date with latest tax regulations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, or a tax concentration within an accounting program from an accredited college/university.
5+ years of individual income tax / payroll experience
A CPA / EA license required
Strong tax accounting and analytical skills.
Strong computer skills: proficiency in tax accounting software, Excel, Word.
Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
Ability to multi-task and set daily, weekly and monthly priorities.
Detail-oriented with a strong level of accuracy in aspects of reporting and communication.
Business level proficiency in English required – Dual business level proficiency in Japanese preferred/required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Teleworking
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
401k retirement plan
Paid sick and vacation time
Paid volunteer time off / Matching Donations
Referral bonus program
CPA/EA license incentives and professional membership reimbursements

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Hard Skills & Tools

Individual Income Tax ExperiencePayroll ExperienceTax Return PreparationTax Equalization CalculationGross Up ComputationData Collection and EntryPayroll ReportingTax Strategy DevelopmentTax Regulation KnowledgeDetail Orientation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationWritten CommunicationMulti-taskingPrioritizationAccuracy

Certifications

CPA LicenseEA License