Japan
Published on: November 13, 2026
Join an international space technology business that uses satellite-based intelligence to help customers monitor change on Earth. Its services support a range of sectors, including defence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management, helping organisations make informed decisions in challenging situations.
The Japan team is part of a diverse, global organisation and works closely with colleagues across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. As the business grows in Japan, you will have the opportunity to shape an important local function and contribute to the foundations of its regional operations. The culture values curiosity, ownership, collaboration and clear thinking, with an emphasis on working as one team and taking on ambitious challenges. Permanent employees also receive a personal development allowance to support their continued learning.
As Finance Manager, you will lead finance and accounting for the Japan entity, building its local function from the ground up. Initially a standalone role, it combines hands-on accounting with financial planning, analysis, business partnering and advice to local leadership. You will report to the Japan CEO and work closely with the global CFO and finance colleagues across the Asia-Pacific region.
You will oversee financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, monitor performance and cash flow, and provide insight to support business decisions. You will also ensure accurate reporting and compliance with Japanese accounting, tax and statutory requirements, while managing the relationship with the external accounting provider, including payroll. The role will strengthen financial controls, systems and processes as the business expands. You will have scope to make recommendations, establish scalable ways of working and help shape the future development of the Japan finance team.
Strong knowledge of Japanese GAAP, tax regulations and statutory reporting requirements.
Experience in a multinational organisation, collaborating with international finance teams and senior stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting and business partnering.
Hands-on experience managing full-cycle accounting operations, including financial reporting and oversight of accounting processes.
Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP or Oracle.
Strong Japanese and business-level English, with the confidence to communicate directly, present your perspective and engage with senior stakeholders in both languages.
Clear, concise and logical problem-solving skills, including the ability to respond effectively to unexpected situations.
Ability to work independently and build a finance function, while managing external accounting providers and collaborating across teams.
A valid passport and willingness to travel to the organisation’s headquarters in Finland.
A stable career history is preferred, with a track record of sustained tenure in previous roles.
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