Japan
Published on: November 13, 2026
Join an international technology group with a growing operation in Japan and close connections to colleagues across its global business. The organisation’s Finance & Accounting function plays an important role in supporting business performance, sound governance and informed decision-making.
This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative, commercially focused environment where finance partners with management and contributes to the direction of the business. The Japan operation has grown in recent years, creating scope to strengthen processes and develop the capabilities of the local finance team. For an experienced finance professional, the role offers the chance to combine hands-on financial leadership with meaningful influence on business decisions and the continued development of a growing organisation.
As Japan Finance Controller, you will lead the Finance & Accounting function, reporting to the regional Finance Director and managing a team of three accounting professionals. You will oversee monthly, quarterly and annual close, reporting under Japanese accounting standards and group policies, and lead budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis. Alongside your team leadership responsibilities, you will remain hands-on, helping manage complex processes and manual transactions while identifying opportunities to improve and automate them.
You will partner with Japan’s management team, providing clear financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions. Your remit will also include tax, audits, internal controls, compliance, risk management, cash flow, working capital and credit management, as well as the quality of financial systems and data. You will coordinate reporting with global colleagues. The role is based at the Tokyo office, with flexible working hours and the option to work from home for up to four days per month.
Substantial practical experience in finance and accounting, including financial close, reporting, taxation, audit, management accounting and budget management.
Experience leading or managing finance within a Japanese entity or a foreign-owned organisation; candidates ready to step into their first management role are also welcome.
Experience managing, developing or evaluating team members, and partnering with business departments and senior management.
Strong knowledge of Japanese accounting, taxation, company law and internal controls.
Professional Japanese communication skills for the Tokyo office, alongside business-level English for communication with global finance colleagues and senior stakeholders.
A hands-on approach and the ability to work through complex, manual processes while maintaining accuracy and control.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present financial information and practical recommendations clearly.
A commitment to ethical conduct, compliance and continuous process improvement.
A junior college degree, bachelor’s degree or higher, and a Level 2 bookkeeping qualification or equivalent.
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