JAC Recruitment
Accounting and Finance professional (Japanese speaking)
London
Posted 1 day ago
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Our client is looking for an Accounting and Finance professional to support its operations.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Management
- Oversee all tax and transfer pricing matters for the branch.
- Respond to inquiries from external advisors and tax authorities across the UK and EU.
- Review tax calculations prepared by agents or authorities and request corrections when needed.
- Conduct research on emerging tax issues relevant to business activities.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
- Coordinate with external tax and accounting firms.
- Perform additional tax‑related duties assigned by branch management.
Accounting & Financial Control
- Manage branch accounting operations, including budgeting and financial reporting.
- Execute monthly/quarterly financial closing, consolidated reporting, and cash‑flow management.
- Collaborate with external accounting and audit partners.
- Support process improvements and operational enhancements.
- Carry out other accounting duties as assigned.
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Corporate Support & Leadership
- Provide regular reporting to headquarters in Japan.
- Train and mentor junior team members.
- Recommend improvements to tax and accounting processes.
- Administer local tax matters in coordination with external advisors.
- Support tax and accounting activities for European subsidiaries and affiliated companies.
- Engage with multiple internal departments across Japan, the UK, and Europe.
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Required Qualifications & Experience
- Around 7-10 years of experience in:
- Tax operations, transfer pricing, or financial controlling.
- Accounting operations, including financial closing and consolidated reporting.
- Native‑level Japanese proficiency (or JLPT N1 equivalent).
- Excellent English communication skills (minimum CEFR C1).
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience implementing or migrating to a new accounting system.
- Prior experience as a finance controller overseeing both tax and accounting functions.
Unfortunately, no visa sponsorships are available. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
I look forward to your application!
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