Accounting Clerk
けいりじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Accounting Clerks
Summary
A clerical specialist who organizes and manages a company's accounting records, handling everything from voucher processing to financial statement preparation.
Description
Accounting clerks organize and manage the accounting records of companies or organizations on a daily basis, performing tasks such as voucher processing, journal entry input, and bookkeeping. They are also responsible for preparing monthly and annual closing documents, creating documents for tax filings, compiling financial statements, and reporting to management. The core work involves data entry and aggregation using accounting software or Excel, with requirements for internal controls and compliance with laws and regulations.
In recent years, routine tasks are being automated through RPA and AI, while there is a shift toward higher-value tasks such as data analysis and management advisory. With experience, one can advance to management, financial planning, CFO, and beyond.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to strengthened internal controls and legal amendments in companies. While routine tasks will be automated through RPA and AI, demand for higher-value tasks such as management and analysis will increase.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Accuracy / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Flexitime / Full-time Employee / Part-time / Remote / Temporary Staff
Career Path
Accounting Assistant → Chief Clerk/Section Chief → Accounting Leader → Accounting Manager → Finance Director → CFO
Required Skills
Accounting Software Operation / Bookkeeping Knowledge / Excel (Advanced) / Financial Statement Preparation / Voucher Processing
Recommended Skills
Accounting Regulations Knowledge / English Document Reading / Journal Entry Processing / Tax Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is essential in accounting tasks where mistakes are not allowed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because accurate calculations and numerical analysis are frequently required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there are many routine tasks, accuracy is required more than creativity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- MOS Excel
- Nissho Bookkeeping Certification Level 2
- Nissho Bookkeeping Certification Level 3
- Zengakuren Bookkeeping Certification Level 2
Aliases
- Accounting Assistant
- Accounting Clerk
- Accounting Staff
- Finance Clerk
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