Senior Accountant

This role handles day-to-day accounting and specialized tax operations, requiring a hands-on professional capable of managing everything from VAT and corporate tax to vendor payments and inventory audits. It offers a unique opportunity to work within a global automotive framework with a clear pathway to transition from a contract role into a permanent position.

Client Details

The company is a leading global Tier 1 automotive supplier headquartered in the United States, specializing in seating and electrical distribution systems. As a major player in the mobility sector, they support nearly every significant vehicle manufacturer worldwide and maintain a robust presence in the Asia-Pacific region. In Japan, they operate with a professional, grounded team that bridges local business operations with the high-speed demands of their American and Chinese regional hubs.

Description

• End-to-End Tax & Accounting Compliance: You will lead the day-to-day operations for VAT (consumption tax), corporate income tax, and withholding tax. This includes preparing data for monthly, quarterly, and annual closings and collaborating closely with external tax consultants to ensure all statutory filings are accurate and on time.

• Operational Finance Management: You will manage the full cycle of vendor and supplier payments using tools like COUPA, oversee banking activities (deposits, interest, and fees), and maintain critical master data within the ERP system (QAD/SAP) to ensure operational consistency.

• Internal Controls & Reporting: Beyond the desk work, you will support internal and statutory audits, participate in biannual physical inventory counts at warehouses, and handle accounting tasks related to raw material pricing and new registrations.

Job Offer

This role offers a competitive salary package with the possibility of conversion to a permanent position based on performance. Candidates will join a stable, well‑structured finance team with a calm, working culture and manageable workloads. The position provides hands‑on exposure to core accounting and tax operations within a global organization, with support from external advisors and regional teams. Remote work permitted during closing periods. This is an attractive opportunity for professionals seeking stability, clarity of role, and long‑term career security in an international environment.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Cody Fujishiro +81366276110.

The successful candidate is a hands‑on accounting and tax professional with strong experience in local Japanese accounting operations. They can independently manage routine accounting and tax processes, support monthly and annual closings, and work accurately within a structured environment. They communicate fluently in Japanese, have practical English skills, and collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external advisors.