Bilingual Administrative & Finance Specialist

Job Description

Are you looking to be part of something exciting, innovative, and full of growth potential? We're a fast-growing semiconductor startup on the cutting edge of InP optical chip mass production — and we’re looking for a detail-driven Administrative & Accounting Assistant who’s fluent in Mandarin and English, loves both numbers and people, and thrives in a fast-moving, high-impact environment.

What You’ll Do

This isn’t your typical admin gig — you’ll wear multiple hats (and maybe a cleanroom suit here and there)! You'll help keep our operations running smoothly and support our finance team with vendor invoices, data entry, record keeping, reporting and more. You’ll be a central part of our team — keeping us organized and on budget!

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting

Own the AP/AR game — from invoices and payments to customer billing and aging reports.

Keep our books clean and audit-ready with accurate data entry and reconciliations.

Partner with leadership and HR to support financial reports, payroll inputs, and monthly close tasks.

Administrative

Manage day-to-day office needs like supplies, mail, scheduling, and vendor coordination.

Support our teams, such as HR, Facility Manager, Engineering Manager, and more.

Work with HR to plan fun internal events

Help translate documents and keep communication smooth in Mandarin and English.

What You Bring

Bilingual: Fluent in Mandarin and English (written + verbal — essential!).

2–4 years of experience juggling admin and accounting work with manufacturing experience.

Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, or ERP systems).

Passion for organization, accuracy, and getting things done.

Love working in a startup where you can make a big impact and grow fast.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re building something amazing — and you’ll be right at the heart of it.

Be part of a tight-knit startup team that values your voice and ideas

Office located on a beautiful Vancouver, WA campus with:

Cafeteria access for lunch breaks

Scenic walking paths for fresh air and reflection

On-site gym to recharge your body as well as your mind

Health, Dental, Vision and more after 90 days

Real career growth opportunities as our company scales

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting—particularly in a fast-paced or technical environment—to:

If you're passionate about numbers, love keeping things organized, and want to contribute to building something extraordinary from the ground up — we’d love to meet you.

YST is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Full-time