JOB OPENING

 
Recruitment Details

• Title: Accounting/Administrative Assistant
• Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Employment Status: Full time employee (Probationary period: three months)
• Working hours: Monday to Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (one hour lunch break)
• Location: Consulate-General of Japan in Houston, 909 Fannin Street, Suite 3000, Houston TX 77010
• Benefits:
  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays (federal holidays and some Japanese national holidays)

 
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• General banking and account maintenance support.
• Assisting in timely payment processing across various accounts.
• Coordinating with the U.S. Department of State regarding ID and authorizations for diplomats.
• Preparing all necessary filings with the U.S. Department of State related to the arrival and delivery of incoming diplomatic cargo.
• Supporting the arrival and departure of incoming consulate officials, including arranging hotel reservations, assisting with travel, rental cars, apartment leases, and opening personal bank accounts.
• Assisting other sections of the consulate as needed.
• Other administrative tasks as assigned.

 
Required Qualifications:

• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work full time (9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday)
• Native - level Japanese and English language skills
• Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills
• Strong computer skills. Must be proficient in common software, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

 
Application & Selection Process:

• Application deadline: Friday, January 16, 2026

  Selection method:

• First round: Document screening
• Second round: Written examination and interview *Only those who pass the first round will be notified.

  Documents to be submitted.

• Curriculum vitae
• Copy of proof of that you can legally work in the U.S.
• Copy of passport or green card

Please send the above documents via email to cgj.joboffer.admin@ho.mofa.go.jp
 
※We will conduct a background check for the successful candidates before the employment.
※We cannot accept inquiries regarding acceptance or rejection.