Location: United States, Illinois, Chicago Location: United States, Illinois, Schaumburg Location: United States, Michigan, Detroit Location: United States, Ohio, Columbus Make your mark. Go beyond the numbers, do something different by developing rapport with clients and making a difference. Whether you intend to specialize or would rather gain exposure across many service lines, you won't be limited at Plante Moran. We'll encourage you to explore diverse opportunities to find your focus and thrive in your chosen career. What does diversity, equity, and inclusion mean to Plante Moran? It means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. Plante Moran enjoys a "Workplace for Your Day" model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance when determining where to work for the day - be it in person or virtually. We believe that face-to-face interactions are critical for individual and team development, though we're highly supportive of leveraging opportunities to work from home for focused, quiet time. Your role. Your work will include, but not be limited to: In audit, professionals will be planning, controlling analysis and testing, handling substantive procedures, identifying and assisting in the resolution of client issues, and reporting. By conducting objective diagnostic tests and analytical reviews, the auditor is responsible for the verification of a company's financial records by following Generally Accepted Auditing Principles. Developing relationships with clients and staff, including involvement in networking and business development activities. Assisting managers in developing ideas to help clients with operational and control opportunities or tax liabilities/exposures, client presentations and selling opportunities. Managing actual time in relation to the engagement budget. The qualifications. 2-5 years of recent public accounting experience 1+ years working with Japanese businesses (client, employer, or vendor relationships) Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required; Master's degree preferred CPA preferred. Required: Completed the required 150 credit hours for CPA certification; and Be willing to obtain the CPA within a defined period of time Japanese language skills required - verbal and written Position may be filled as a staff or senior based on transferable experience Qualified individuals must either reside in or near the Illinois, Michigan, or Ohio areas or be willing to relocate to one of these areas for this opportunity. This position may require some local and occasional national travel. Our difference. We are a nationally recognized public accounting, consulting, and wealth management firm, consistently ranked as one of FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For." At Plante Moran, we live by the Golden Rule, fostering a relatively "jerk-free" culture with the lowest staff turnover rate in the industry. Our supportive network of well-rounded professionals is excited to catapult your growth and help pave your pathway to professional excellence. Apply now. Make your mark. This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week. 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.