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As a Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving our brand's domestic commercial growth through strategic financial leadership. Collaborating closely with the local Head of Finance and our regional offshore accounting hubs, you will ensure high-quality, compliant, and streamlined financial operations. This role is essential in elevating our local accounting practices and maintaining alignment with Japanese regulatory frameworks.
Job Responsibility
Oversee and execute the end-to-end month-end, quarterly, and fiscal year closing processes
Audit and validate financial deliverables generated by overseas centralized service teams
Guarantee strict adherence to J-GAAP and local accounting compliance protocols
Serve as the primary point of contact for external banking partners and tax advisors
Provide operational mentorship to offshore finance units and manage localized contingencies
Partner with the Head of Finance to optimize daily corporate accounting functions
Requirements
5+ years of progressive corporate accounting or financial management experience (including strong general ledger/bookkeeping expertise)
Deep, practical knowledge of Japanese accounting standards with a proven track record in hands-on closings
Professional fluency in both English and Japanese (written and verbal)
Proficiency utilizing ERP systems (specifically SAP)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deliverables independently under tight deadlines
Local bookkeeping certifications (e.g., Nissho Boki or equivalent)
Background working alongside cross-border shared services or offshore finance teams
Broad exposure across sub-ledgers, including AR, AP, and corporate reporting
Nice to have
Local bookkeeping certifications (e.g., Nissho Boki or equivalent)
Background working alongside cross-border shared services or offshore finance teams
Broad exposure across sub-ledgers, including AR, AP, and corporate reporting
What we offer
Significant staff discounts on our global and premium product lines
Comprehensive employee wellness and counseling programs
Corporate retirement and defined contribution (DC) pension schemes
Generous paid time off, including dedicated summer leave allowances
Extended company-wide holiday closures during the winter season