Accounting Manager - Global Services Firm

Tokyo 23 Wards 外資系企業 Foreign Multinational View Job Description
Our client, a global services firm, is seeking an accounting manager who will be responsible for localizing the accounting function in Japan. This is a people manager role where you will have oversight of a small team and also be involved in client interfacing.
  • Lead the Finance function in a startup environment
  • Be involved in client facing activities

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established organization in the service industry. They have a long history globally and recently established an office in Japan. Their Japanese client base is strong and growing rapidly, showing their huge business potential.

Job Description

  • Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for clients and prepare financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis, tailored to each client's specific needs.
  • Prepare annual statutory accounts, including the consolidation of subsidiaries within the group, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, local regulations, and company policies.
  • Oversee internal treasury functions and produce comprehensive reports for management review, ensuring sound financial management practices.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing their accounting and financial concerns, providing regular updates, and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Provide tax compliance services, liaising with tax representatives to ensure clients meet all statutory requirements. Offer advisory services to clients to optimize their tax positions.
  • Assist in coordinating with auditors during audits to provide necessary documentation and clarify accounting procedures, ensuring smooth audit processes.
  • Ensure timely billing of accounts and maintain a digital filing system for all accounting records, promoting efficiency and accuracy.
  • Lead and mentor the client accounting team as the business grows, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
  • Participate in special projects as assigned by the director, contributing to continuous improvement and innovation within the department.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Accounting Manager should have the below qualities:

  • A degree or diploma in accounting or a related discipline; CPA qualification is preferred.
  • Minimum eight years of relevant experience in a CPA firm or professional services industry, with a strong understanding of corporate accounting and compliance.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken Japanese and English.
  • Independent, meticulous, proactive, and detail oriented. Strong communication skills with a client-focused approach.
  • Self-motivated and capable of adapting to new challenges in a dynamic, growing environment.
  • Is enthusiastic about contributing to a team-oriented culture, with the potential to lead and develop others as the team expands.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • A chance to work in a startup-like environment with the financial backing of a global firm.
  • A global work environment.



We encourage all candidates who meet the above criteria and are excited about working in a supportive environment to apply. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to further their career in the finance space.

Contact
Tang Rea
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6706365
Phone number
+81368328606

Job summary

Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Accountancy & Finance
Specialisation
Financial Services
Location
Tokyo 23 Wards
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Tang Rea
Consultant phone
+81368328606
Job Reference
JN-032025-6706365
Company Type
Foreign Multinational

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