Tax Accounting Clerk (Certified Public Accountant Offices, Tax Accountant Offices)
ぜいむかいけいじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Accounting Clerks
Summary
A job in Certified Public Accountant or Tax Accountant offices handling tax and accounting tasks for companies and individuals. Involves bookkeeping, tax return preparation, tax consultations, etc.
Description
Tax accounting clerks work in Certified Public Accountant or Tax Accountant offices, handling accounting ledger creation, journal entry input, financial statement preparation, and support for submission of various tax returns (corporate tax, income tax, consumption tax, etc.) for clients such as sole proprietors and corporations. They also handle tax audit responses and tax consultations, as well as adapting to tax system changes and assisting in tax strategy planning. Daily use of accounting software and Excel is common, with emphasis on accuracy and deadline compliance.
Future Outlook
While cloud accounting systems, AI, and RPA will advance the automation of routine tasks, demand for experts with advanced tax knowledge and consulting skills is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Diligent Worker / Honest / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Dispatched Contract Employee / Flex Time / Office Work / Part-time Available / Remote
Career Path
Tax Accounting Clerk (Junior) → Senior Tax Accounting Clerk → Tax Accountant Assistant → Tax Accountant/Certified Public Accountant → Tax Consultant
Required Skills
Accounting Software Operation / Excel (Advanced) / Journal Entry Input / Ledger Creation / Tax Declaration / Tax Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Accounting and Tax System Operation / English Document Reading / Excel (Advanced) / e-Filing Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze financial data and perform accurate tax processing. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Small errors can lead to tax return mistakes. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is needed to respond to tax system changes. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Precise numerical skills are needed for journal entries and tax calculations. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high workload during busy periods like final tax return season. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks dominate, so creative thinking is not highly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant
- Nissho Bookkeeping Exam Level 1
- Tax Accountant
Aliases
- Accounting Clerk
- Tax Accountant Clerk
- Tax Clerk
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