Head of Accounting / 経理責任者 | SaaS

Head of Accounting (SaaS / Tech / IT industry) - 17m - Hybrid

Overview

Our client, where we have successfully placed several candidates, has recently opened a new Head of Group Accounting position.

This role is within a SaaS / Technology / IT company and would focus on strengthening the company’s finance function as it prepares for its next stage of growth.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Oversee the group-wide month-end and year-end closing process, including consolidation of overseas entities
• Take a hands-on role in the company’s IPO preparation and related finance activities
• Potentially support future fundraising initiatives and investor relations

The ideal candidate would have:

• Strong practical experience in consolidated accounting and financial reporting across multiple entities, including international subsidiaries
• Experience working with external auditors in a listed or pre-IPO environment

Language Requirements:

• Japanese fluent/native level
• English business level

Benefits:

• Hybrid work setup
• Employee stock ownership plan
• 120+ annual holidays
• Complete two-day weekends (Saturday and Sunday)
• Paid annual leave from date of joining
• Maternity and paternity/parental leave
• Full social insurance coverage including health insurance