Staff Accountant (Japanese-English Bilingual)

ON
On-site
Posted Oct 22, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Sep 25, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Tax Technician will support tax and payroll-related client engagements by preparing returns, filings, and working papers. They will also maintain client files and communicate with Japanese and English-speaking clients to address inquiries.

Job details

Overview At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference. Our Tax practice is growing, and we are seeking a Tax Technician to join our team. This role requires professional proficiency in both Japanese and English to support our diverse client base and collaborate effectively with colleagues across the practice. In this role, you will contribute to a variety of tax, payroll-related, and compliance engagements while working alongside experienced professionals and supporting a diverse client base. What you will do • Support tax and payroll-related client engagements • Prepare tax returns, filings, supporting documentation, and working papers • Maintain accurate client files and engagement documentation • Communicate with Japanese-speaking and English-speaking clients to gather information and respond to routine inquiries • Draft and coordinate client correspondence in both Japanese and English • Collect, review, and organize data required for tax and compliance engagements • Collaborate with team members to meet client deadlines and project timelines • Conduct tax research and utilize tools such as Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat to support client deliverables What you bring to the role • Fluency in both Japanese and English, including business-level verbal and written communication skills • Professional experience in an office, corporate, accounting, tax, payroll, or professional services environment • Strong written communication, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat • Client-focused approach with a demonstrated willingness to learn and develop new skills • Educational background in business, accounting, finance, or a related field is considered an asset • Knowledge of tax, payroll, Canadian payroll concepts, tax compliance activities, or tax return preparation is considered an asset KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information The expected base salary range for this position is $43,000 to $57,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program. Providing you with the support you need to be at your best Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778. AI Usage We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework. We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess professional proficiency in both Japanese and English and have experience in an office, accounting, or tax environment. An educational background in business, accounting, or finance is considered an asset.