<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Our client is a globally recognized consumer products company with a strong brand presence and a passionate customer base. They are currently seeking an experienced AP / AR Manager to lead transactional finance operations while driving process and system enhancements across the organization.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong internal controls. This role requires a hands-on leader who is comfortable managing a high volume of transactions and identifying opportunities to improve processes and systems.</p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end AP and AR operations</li><li>Oversee payment processing, collections, reconciliations, and month-end closing activities</li><li>Lead and develop the AP/AR team</li><li>Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to increase efficiency and control</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders to improve workflows and resolve operational issues</li><li>Support ERP and finance system enhancement projects</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and internal control requirements</li><li>Prepare management reporting and provide insights on working capital performance</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Native-level Japanese and business-level English communication skills</li><li>Proven experience managing AP and/or AR functions within a multinational or fast-paced organization</li><li>Comfortable working in a high-volume, transaction-heavy environment</li><li>Experience leading process improvement, workflow optimization, or system implementation projects</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to balance operational execution with strategic improvements</li><li>People management experience preferred</li><li>ERP experience and strong Excel skills required</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to lead the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions for a well-known global consumer brand</li><li>Key role in driving finance process optimization and system improvements</li><li>Collaborative international environment with exposure to regional and global stakeholders</li><li>High-visibility position with direct impact on operational efficiency and cash management</li><li>Dynamic business environment suited to professionals who enjoy both hands-on execution and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Great work life balance</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>8 - 11 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013495350</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjE1NzA2LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">