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Financial Controller / Accounting Manager (Head of Accounting)

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Expeditors logoExpeditors · Minato-ku, Japan
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago
AuditingBudgetingComplianceDocumentationLeadershipNegotiation
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Responsibilities and Duties Oversee the day to day Accounting operations including A/R, A/P, Credit, GL, Capital Expenditure, Payroll, Treasury, Revenue Recognition and Cost Accounting. Prepare timely internal monthly accounts (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cashflows, and Analysis) for review by the Regional and Global Accounting teams. Liaise with external advisors on the preparation of statutory financial information and tax computations. Oversee all tax and regulatory compliance issues including the preparation and submission of information to statutory authorities for Payroll, VAT and Corporation Tax. Provide required information/documentation for Internal Control Evaluations and Internal/External Audits. Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost reduction opportunities. Contribute to decisions regarding financial strategy. Maintain a good relationship and communicate frequently with Operations and Management teams. Provide support to the District Manager, specifically during the Annual Budgeting process. Participate in the negotiation of contracts (sales and purchases) and policies. WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU BRING TO US: University graduate Proven and strong experience as a team leader Over 5 years of accounting and/or auditing experience, of which at least 3 years in a public accounting firm Qualified JICPA or equivalent Local tax and regulatory knowledge Experience in the logistics industry would be an advantage Proficiency in MS Office Strong organizational and analytical skills with an attention to the details Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to financial persons as well as non-financial persons at all levels from Operations to Senior Management to obtain positive results Proven leadership attitude and skills Ability to drive through change Fluent in Japanese, and ability to work professionally in English Financial Controller will be considered for more experienced candidates Expeditors offers excellent benefits: Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time Health Plan: Medical Life Insurance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development Program Growth opportunities within the company Employee Referral Program Bonus


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