Finance Assistant- Ecommerce

• Oversee the daily financial operations related to ecommerce activity in the Japanese market
• Manage end-to-end accounting processes in line with Japanese statutory, tax and audit requirements
• Support the Merchant of Record (MoR) framework within the Japanese market
• Ensure full compliance with local Japanese financial regulations, ecommerce legislation and global company standards
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Provide timely and accurate monthly financial reports and analysis to stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal finance teams, tax advisors, external auditors and local ecommerce partners
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives within the finance team

• Previous experience working within a finance function (2 years)
• ideally supporting international or ecommerce markets
• Good understanding of financial regulations and accounting standards, particularly with reference to international business
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
• SAP experience highly desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative team player with good communication and organisational skills

Japanese language skills are an advantage but not essential

• Staff discounts
• Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
• Perkbox Discounts and Wellness Hub
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Training and hands-on experience
• Opportunities to build new skills and gain valuable industry knowledge