Japanese Bilingual Internal Auditor (Junior)

Position Title: Japanese Bilingual Internal Auditor

Location: Western suburbs of Chicago –  DuPage County, IL (Onsite, 5 days per week)

Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Compensation: $60,000 to $65,000 per year

Anticipated Start Date: February to March 2027

Work Schedules: Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm; This role includes business travel 1 to 2 times per month (including international travel to locations such as Japan and Canada) and occasional evening conference calls with Japan (Chicago time), approximately 1 to 2 times per month as needed.

Summary

The U.S. subsidiary of a Japan-based parent company, with operations across North America and abroad, is seeking an Internal Auditor to join their corporate team. Reporting directly to the President, the Internal Auditor will support the internal audit function and help ensure the organization remains compliant with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices. This role collaborates with departments across the business to reduce risk and strengthen operational efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional looking to build a long-term career in internal audit. The new team member will join two experienced Internal Auditors who will provide hands-on training and guidance in a supportive, collaborative environment. Prior audit experience is not required, and the company offers financial support toward earning the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification. Candidates from outside the Chicago area are encouraged to apply, as relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in developing and carrying out internal audit plans based on risk assessments.
• Partner with and report to the President, preparing and presenting relevant documentation to the Board of Directors, shareholders, and the Japan-based parent company.
• Monitor and evaluate the organization’s internal audit processes and internal controls.
• Stay current on regulatory and compliance changes to keep the organization’s practices up to date.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation in a timely manner and helping resolve audit findings.
• Communicate with the parent company in Japan, including participating in occasional evening conference calls.
• Travel 1 to 2 times per month to company locations, including international sites in Japan and Canada, to conduct audits and attend meetings or training.
• Learn from and collaborate closely with senior team members on day-to-day audit activities.
• Complete additional tasks and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Native or near-native fluency in Japanese (spoken and written).
• Business-level proficiency in English or higher.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues.
• Ability to work onsite, 5 days per week.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally 1 to 2 times per month.
• Flexibility to participate in occasional evening calls with Japan.
• Comfort working at a desk and computer for extended periods, with occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience in internal audit, accounting, or compliance (entry-level candidates are welcome to apply).
• Familiarity with internal audit standards, risk assessment, and control frameworks.
• Candidates currently residing in the Chicago area.