Accountant

Location: Tokyo
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Contact: Kotomi Mori
Reference: 1971
Posted: 3 months ago

We are currently working with a leading global Data Centre organization which is expanding aggressively across the APAC region and is looking for an Accountant to join its new business operation in Japan.  If you are successful in this role, you will have the opportunity to directly work with an exciting, energetic team in Japan and Singapore, and enjoy an attractive remuneration package. 


Key Responsibilities:
-  Manage full set of accounts closing at subsidiary level, monthly management report and analysis.
- Responsible for expense document review, voucher input, and statement preparation to ensure that the company's expense review is timely and accurate.
Handle various approval process flow of Japan subsidiaries including employee reimbursement.
- Prepare tax return submission and corporate tax filing
- Liaise with external auditors / secretary/ consultants on interim / annual audit and tax filing.
- Ensure effective internal controls in relation to financial reporting are in place, identify continuous improvement opportunities and execute the change management process.
- Any ad-hoc finance duties as assigned.

Key Requirements:
- Degree holder in Finance, Accounting or equivalent professional qualifications CPA/ACCA or equivalent certification.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience, with experience acquired in Big 4 and/or listed company is an advantage.
- Familiar with group accounting policies, tax requirement and internal control procedures. Experience in US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance is an advantage.
- Experienced in SAP S/4HANA preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
- Proficiency in English and Japanese, both spoken and written.


If you are interested to explore more, apply now!