Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Manage the full spectrum of accounting functions including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), fixed assets, intercompany transactions, and cash management.
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing.
- Prepare journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and account analyses.
- Prepare monthly management reports and reporting packages for Regional and Headquarters.
- Prepare annual statutory financial statements and quarterly reporting under Japanese GAAP (JP-GAAP).
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Partnering
- Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes in cooperation with local management and regional finance teams.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide financial insights to management.
- Support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and business performance reviews.
- Provide recommendations to improve profitability, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
Tax & Statutory Compliance
- Manage all tax-related matters, including:
- Corporate Income Tax
- Consumption Tax
- Withholding Tax
- Fixed Asset Tax
- Corporate Inhabitant Tax and Enterprise Tax
- Coordinate with external tax advisors for tax filings and compliance requirements.
- Support all statutory filings and government reporting requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Japanese accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
Internal Control, Audit & Risk Management
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial governance processes.
- Ensure compliance with Group finance policies and reporting requirements.
- Support internal audits and coordinate external audit activities.
- Identify financial and operational risks and recommend mitigation measures.
- Ensure proper documentation and retention of accounting records.
Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
- Monitor cash flow and liquidity position.
- Review and manage accounts receivable aging and collection activities.
- Support credit management and customer credit reviews.
- Manage payment processes for vendors, employees, taxes, and intercompany transactions.
Regional & Headquarters Collaboration
- Work closely with APAC Finance and HQ Finance teams on:
- Monthly and annual reporting
- Consolidation package submissions
- Budget and forecast exercises
- Financial controlling initiatives
- Ad hoc finance projects
- Ensure timely submission of required reports and compliance with Group deadlines.
Team Leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop finance team members.
- Set performance objectives and conduct performance evaluations.
- Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance function.
Qualifications and Experience
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and Japanese tax regulations.
- Experience handling monthly and annual closing processes independently.
- Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English.
- Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.
Preferred
- Nissho Bookkeeping Test (Level 2 or above).
- CPA, Tax Accountant qualification, or equivalent professional certification.
- Experience in logistics, freight forwarding, transportation, or multinational companies.
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
- Prior people management experience.
Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High level of integrity and accountability
- Business partnering mindset
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work in a multinational environment
- Proactive and hands-on approach
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
