Overseas accounting jobs are roles in which you work for a United States company that manages international client accounts. You understand and adhere to global financial rules and standards in managing overseas accounts while using the same skills you apply to traditional accounting duties. Knowledge of cultural differences and legal issues overseas is helpful in the role. Your responsibilities involve knowing international standards for accounting and applying them when preparing financial statements and calculating funds, maintaining general ledgers, advising on investment decisions, and processing tax paperwork. If you speak a foreign language, you may translate financial documents for shareholders and clients.