Accounting Manager (8-10m, Retail Company, Great WLB)

Accounting Manager (8-10m, Retail Company, Great WLB)

We are recruiting for an experienced Accounting Manager for a leading retail company based in Tokyo.

This is a great chance to join a growing international team, improve financial processes, and ensure compliance in the Japanese market.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage the month-end closing process to ensure accurate financial statements, including balance sheets and profit and loss accounts.
- Handle reconciliation of various e-commerce sales channels, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Work with external advisors to manage tax obligations, including consumption, income, and asset taxes, and enhance compliance systems.
- Collaborate with the global finance team on budgeting, forecasting, and communication to ensure alignment and clarity.
- Use critical thinking to implement practical improvements, apply technology and AI for better workflows and insights, and enhance the finance function.

Candidate Profile:

- Fluent in both Japanese and English at a business level.
- Over 5 years of experience in financial accounting, with skills in general ledger, month-end/year-end close, tax compliance, and audit, ideally in manufacturing, e-commerce, or retail.
- CPA or similar professional accounting/finance certification.
- Strong accounting knowledge and critical thinking skills in commercial settings.
- Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills to influence and engage with finance and non-finance stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently while ensuring compliance and attention to detail.

If this position is not ideal for you, but you are looking for a new opportunity,please contact us to discuss your options.