Job Description:
The Head of Accounting & Reporting is a key pillar of the Finance function, responsible for safeguarding financial integrity, leading a large and diverse team, and driving transformation initiatives. The role spans three main dimensions:Technical Leadership: Acting as the “guardian of the temple” for both financial and non-financial KPIs, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant reporting to governance bodies (Executive Committee, Audit Committee, Board, Group Accounting & Reporting) as well as regulatory authorities (e.g., external auditor, FSA).People Leadership: Managing a department of approximately 53 staff (split between Tokyo, Hokkaido, and outsourced functions to the Group’s shared service hub). This includes attracting, developing, and retaining diverse talent, while promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.Transformational Leadership: Driving the modernization of the Finance function through process optimization, deployment of new technologies (e.g., AI/GenAI), and strengthening collaboration with other Finance teams (such as Controlling and Corporate Actuarial).Department ScopeThe Accounting & Reporting Department covers Accounting (IFRS, JGAAP), Tax, Treasury, Investment Accounting, and Financial Shared Services. Core technical responsibilities include:Financial Reporting: Execution of financial closings across IFRS, JGAAP, and Solvency II frameworks, including IFRS/S2P3 submissions, cash flow statements, and regulatory/statutory reporting.Taxation: Preparation and filing of all tax returns (e.g., consumption tax, business tax, corporate inhabitant tax, depreciated assets), along with tax optimization.Treasury: Oversight of cash settlements for policyholders, vendors, and employees; ensuring timely collection of payments; and monitoring daily cash balances.Extra-Financial Reporting: Delivery of ESG and CSRD disclosures with accuracy and compliance.The role applies across all group entities in Japan, including life insurance, P&C, and holding company structures.
