Accountant, Local F&A

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This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the Japan (Tokyo or Osaka) office and 3 days working from home Full-Cycle Accounting Process all daily accounting transactions, including vendor invoices, payments, bank entries, journal postings, and intercompany transactions. Maintain accurate records across general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and payroll-related postings. Monthly & Quarterly Closing Lead the monthly and quarterly closing processes under local GAAP. Ensure accurate period-end adjustments and prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules. Align local financials with group accounting policies, including IFRS where applicable. Group Reporting Prepare and submit country financial group reports to Headquarters on quarterly level in line with the group reporting timetable. Ensure accurate trial balances, intercompany reconciliations, and variance analyses in line with required group reporting activities. Tax & Regulatory Compliance Prepare and file VAT returns, statistical filings, and other required regulatory declarations. Ensure compliance with corporate income tax, withholding tax, and other local tax requirements. Act as the primary contact for external auditors, tax consultants, and local authorities. Annual Financial Statements Independently prepare statutory financial statements in accordance with local legal requirements. Coordinate with external auditors and manage the year-end audit process, if required. Budgeting & Financial Support Assist in the preparation and monitoring of local budgets and forecasts. Provide financial analysis and data to support decision-making by local management and HQ. Process Ownership and Miscellaneous Maintain well-documented accounting procedures and ensure effective internal controls in PSI Japan. Proactively identify opportunities to streamline and improve local finance processes. Participate in global financial projects, as requested. Ad-hoc services on any Finance and Accounting matters. Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA/ACCA or equivalent preferred Minimum 5 years of solid accounting experience, ideally in a multinational environment Hands-on experience in accounting and finance Ability to work independently and manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings Experience working in an international environment, with both local and group reporting Strong knowledge of local accounting principles, legislation, and statutory requirements of Japan Good understanding of local tax regulations of Japan Experience in preparing and submitting both indirect and direct tax declarations SAP experience is a plus Professional working proficiency in English and Japanese If you feel it is time to make your skills and knowledge visible within a growing company with true focus on its people, then PSI is the right choice for you

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