Position Overview

ATAGO U.S.A., Inc has an immediate need for an Administrative Assistant with bilingual Japanese and English skills to work onsite at our Bellevue, WA office. This role offers a professional office environment with opportunities for career growth. Applicants must have the ability to read and write Japanese kanji at a high-school level or higher, be organized, self-motivated, and possess keen attention to detail. Compensation: Hourly rate between $19.00 and $29.00.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly sales analysis documents.
• Prepare and maintain payment invoices and shipping documents.
• Data entry and filing of paperwork.
• Translate documents between Japanese and English.
• Manage inventory control of stock items and office supplies.
• Process credit card transactions via an online terminal.
• Maintain and process customers’ purchase orders.
• Coordinate office events and prepare outbound shipments.
• Order office supplies and negotiate with suppliers.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Strong comprehension of both English and Japanese.
• Kanji proficiency (Kanji Kentei Level 3 or higher).
• Japanese Language Proficiency Level 1 (Nihongo Noryoku Shiken Level 1).
• Effective communication in both written and verbal formats in English and Japanese.
• Organized, efficient, and self-motivated with high attention to detail.
• Ability to teach a basic Japanese class.
• 2 to 3 years of recent experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Typing proficiency of 50 wpm or better.
• Some college education preferred or equivalent work experience.
• At least 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the United States, possess a valid Washington driver's license, and currently reside in the greater Seattle, WA area.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• EAP & Life Insurance (after a 90-day probationary period)
• Safety measures including clear plastic barriers, masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer