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| Hiring Company | Global Foreign Company |
| Location | Tokyo - 23 Wards |
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 8 million yen ~ Negotiable, based on experience |
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing general accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards and company policies, and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes. This role works closely with internal stakeholders and may assist in process improvement initiatives and audits.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Analyze financial results and investigate variances.
- Support the preparation of statutory financial statements and tax-related filings.
- Ensure compliance with local accounting regulations, internal policies, and internal controls.
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other third-party service providers.
- Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.
- Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset accounting processes as needed.
- Partner with business stakeholders to provide financial guidance and support decision-making.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
- Assist with system implementations, process improvements, and special projects.
Employee Benefits:
- Work Life Balance
- 2x WFH / week
| Minimum Experience Level | Over 3 years |
| Career Level | Mid Career |
| Minimum English Level | Business Level |
| Minimum Japanese Level | Business Level |
| Minimum Education Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Visa Status | Permission to work in Japan required |
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a multinational or complex business environment.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS, US GAAP, or local GAAP).
- Experience managing month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite).
- Advanced Excel skills.
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 8 million yen ~ Negotiable, based on experience |
| Industry | Other |