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Head of global finance

Japan, Tokyo 15000000.00 - 30000000.00 JPY / Year · Job Posted March 05, 2026
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Are you a strategic finance leader who thrives in high-growth, tech-integrated environments? We are representing a premier global eyewear brand—part of a disruptive group transforming the retail landscape across Asia, the Middle East, and the US. As they scale their flagship operations in Japan, they are looking for a forward-thinking Head of Finance to serve as a pivotal business partner to the leadership team.【The Mission】In this role, you won't just "manage the books"—you will shape the financial backbone of a retail giant. You will lead the integration of Japan’s financial strategy with a global vision, driving EBITDA expansion and building data-led frameworks for sustainable performance.

Job Responsibility

  • Strategic Advisory: Partner with Retail and Operations leaders to drive data-driven investment cases and expansion strategies
  • Operational Excellence: Lead annual operating plans, roll out rolling forecasts, and spearhead weekly business reviews with global HQ
  • Digital Transformation: Oversee the implementation of advanced ERP systems and real-time analytics dashboards to automate insights
  • Financial Stewardship: Ensure robust governance, from optimizing working capital and treasury management to overseeing high-level audits and tax compliance
  • People Leadership: Mentor a high-performing local team while aligning Japanese practices with global finance standards

Requirements

  • Strategic Advisory: Partner with Retail and Operations leaders to drive data-driven investment cases and expansion strategies
  • Operational Excellence: Lead annual operating plans, roll out rolling forecasts, and spearhead weekly business reviews with global HQ
  • Digital Transformation: Oversee the implementation of advanced ERP systems and real-time analytics dashboards to automate insights
  • Financial Stewardship: Ensure robust governance, from optimizing working capital and treasury management to overseeing high-level audits and tax compliance
  • People Leadership: Mentor a high-performing local team while aligning Japanese practices with global finance standards

What we offer

  • 健康保険
  • 厚生年金保険
  • 雇用保険
  • 土曜日
  • 日曜日
  • 祝日

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