Back Office Associate — Part-Time
We operate under the mission of “Energizing people through sports and technology.”
Our business includes consulting and marketing services powered by a diverse network of professional talent both in Japan and internationally, as well as the provision of technology solutions.
We strive to continuously create new excitement and enjoyment within the Japanese sports industry, delivering meaningful and valuable experiences.
We are looking for individuals who share a strong passion for sports and are eager to work with us to drive our business forward and help shape a better future for sports in Japan.
Job Description
◎ Position Overview
Sporta Japan Corporation is a US-Japan sports business agency headquartered in New York City with operations across NYC and Tokyo. We bridge the US and Japanese sports markets through three core business lines: sports technology distribution, events and media production, and consulting/partnerships. Our mission is to deliver world-class sports experiences across borders.
We are seeking a Back Office Associate to support our day-to-day operations as we transition from our current team member. You will work closely with the CEO and business unit leads in a small, fast-moving team, playing a foundational role in keeping the business running smoothly.
◎ Responsibilities
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Accounts payable and payments processing (invoice handling, wire transfers, expense reimbursements, coordination with our bookkeeper)
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Daily and monthly cash flow tracking and account management support
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Vendor onboarding, contract filing, and internal document organization
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Updates and maintenance of the corporate website
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Posting and content updates across social media channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)
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Meeting notes, light research, and Japanese ↔ English translation
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Administrative support related to payroll and benefits
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Logistics operations related to sports tours and events(including transportation, accommodation, and restaurant arrangements, as well as schedule coordination with local sports-related organizations and companies)
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Other back office support as requested by the CEO and team leads
◎ Required Qualifications
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Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English (written and spoken)
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Prior experience in back office, accounting, executive assistant, or operations roles
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Comfortable with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail)
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Strong attention to detail with numbers and documents; ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel
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Self-starter who can research, ask the right questions, and move work forward independently
◎Preferred Qualifications
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US work experience or experience working with US-based companies
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Familiarity with accounting/payroll software such as QuickBooks or OnPay
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Experience with website CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress), Canva, or basic image editing tools
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Interest in sports business or US-Japan cross-border business
◎Position Details
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Employment type: Part-time
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Location: Hybrid (Manhattan, NYC office + remote)
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Hours: Approximately 15–25 hours per week (flexible, to be discussed)
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Compensation: Commensurate with experience
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Start date: Target June 2026, with a handover period from the current team member