<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A global technology company providing advanced software solutions to the semiconductor and electronics industries is looking for a Finance Manager to lead its Japan accounting function.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close for the Japan entity, covering GL, AP, AR, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany accounting.</li><li>Prepare financial statements under US-GAAP and J-GAAP and manage reporting requirements to global HQ.</li><li>Oversee treasury, cash flow forecasting, banking, FX transactions, payroll accounting, and external payroll providers.</li><li>Work closely with the local Tax Manager on consumption tax, corporate income tax, statutory reporting, and customs-related matters.</li><li>Lead external audits and support SOX compliance and internal audit requirements.</li><li>Drive finance process and system improvements while managing, mentoring, and developing the accounting team.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>15+ years of hands-on finance and accounting experience with strong knowledge of financial close and reporting.</li><li>Hands-on experience with both US-GAAP and J-GAAP is required.</li><li>Strong experience across intercompany accounting, treasury, banking, payroll, and finance operations.</li><li>Experience with SAP, system implementation or migration, finance transformation, or system rollout projects.</li><li>Previous people management experience, including developing and leading accounting teams.</li><li>Experience working within a multinational company.</li><li>Business-level Japanese and English are required.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of a broad Finance Manager role covering the full spectrum of accounting and finance operations in Japan.</li><li>Work closely with both local stakeholders and global HQ in an international environment.</li><li>Lead and develop the Japan accounting team while driving improvements to finance processes and systems.</li><li>Gain broad exposure across accounting, treasury, tax, payroll, audit, compliance, and finance transformation.</li><li>Join a global technology company operating in the semiconductor and electronics sector.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Shin Yokohama</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>13 - 16 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013503680</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information </em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/WXVyaWtvLkFrYW1pbmUuOTk2NzYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Finance Director | Lead Financial Stewardship of a World-Class Educational Institution<br /> <br /> A leading international educational institution is seeking a Finance Director to oversee financial planning, accounting, reporting, and strategic financial management. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine finance leadership with a mission-driven environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting</li><li>Oversee accounting operations and compliance activities</li><li>Support long-term financial planning and institutional initiatives</li><li>Partner with school leadership on strategic decision-making</li><li>Monitor cash flow, investments, and operational spending</li><li>Lead process improvement and finance transformation projects</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline</li><li>8+ years of finance and accounting experience</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting, and reporting expertise</li><li>Fluent Japanese and Business English</li><li>Leadership experience preferred</li><li>Experience in education, non-profit, or multinational organizations advantageous</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Mission-driven organization with a strong reputation</li><li>Stable and collaborative working environment</li><li>Broad and visible leadership role</li><li>Excellent work-life balance</li><li>Opportunity to make a lasting impact beyond the numbers</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>12 - 15 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013501866</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjQ4NzI0LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A new healthcare company entering the Japan market is looking for an Accounting Manager to join its growing finance function.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will oversee monthly and year-end closing, manage the general ledger, and ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>You will handle statutory reporting and tax filings in compliance with JGAAP and coordinate with external auditors and tax accountants.</li><li>You will manage AP/AR, payroll-related accounting, and cash flow, while supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>You will also help design and implement accounting policies, controls, and processes as the entity scales.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Business-level Japanese and English are required.</li><li>5+ years of accounting experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of J-GAAP; familiarity with US GAAP or IFRS is a plus, especially in a multinational setting.</li><li>Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is beneficial.</li><li>Bookkeeping qualification (Nissho Boki) or CPA/USCPA is a plus but not required.</li><li>Experience in a startup or newly established entity is an advantage.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Be part of a healthcare company's market entry into Japan from an early stage.</li><li>Play a hands-on role in shaping the finance function and processes.</li><li>Join a dynamic, growing environment with room for career development.</li><li>Work directly with global/regional leadership on a new market launch.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>9 - 12 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013491209</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2h1WGluLkxvaC45NTkxMS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Global manufacturing company whose products are instrumental in various fields of advanced research</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Manage accounting and consolidation teams across two regions, including monthly close and reporting to senior lenders</li><li>Oversee BPO deliverables and process transformation, partnering with Global Process Owners</li><li>Serve as IFRS technical resource; manage the annual global audit and liaise with auditors</li><li>Oversee staff to ensure accurate processes across a complex multinational structure</li><li>Provide stakeholder analysis and reporting</li><li>Ensure proper application of IFRS and internal policies</li><li>Draft accounting policies and memoranda in English</li><li>Support treasury activities, including bank relationships and signatories</li><li>Establish accounting controls and process improvement tools</li><li>Track progress against objectives and provide feedback to management</li><li>Analyze variances and recommend corrective actions</li><li>Harmonize processes across entities</li><li>Partner with FP&A on budgeting/forecasting</li><li>Support M&A activities and audit processes</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Native/fluent Japanese and high business English (will manage some non-Japanese speakers)</li><li>7+ years of financial accounting and controlling experience, including direct report supervision, preferably in an international corporate setting interfacing with multiple divisions and overseas entities</li><li>Consolidated accounting with strong J GAAP and IFRS</li><li>Need someone to drive change and step up the accounting processes</li><li>Accounting qualification</li><li>Experience implementing / migrating ERPs</li><li>5+ years of team management experience</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Work for a company whose products are instrumental in various fields of advanced research</li><li>Truly global company with manufacturing & R&D based in Japan</li><li>Retirement allowance system (DB and DC), and employee savings plan</li><li>Cafeteria plana</li><li>Flex time available. Normal working hours are 8:45am - 5:30pm with core hours being 11:15-13:30</li><li>Able to work from home more than half the week. Majority remote work</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>13 - 17 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013504530</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uMjMwNTYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Large well known FMCG company with a Shiga plant where this role will be based.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Finance Manager is a key member of the regional finance team, accountable for end-to-end capital expenditure (capex) processes across a manufacturing plant network. The role partners with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to shape multi-year investment plans, provide decision support through financial analysis and payback and returns cases, and monitor and report capital spend and forecasts. It also owns capital governance and audit readiness across the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with policies and with tax and statutory requirements in Japan and Korea. In addition, the role drives continuous improvement and digitization of capital processes and reporting across plants.</p><p>*This role will have an initial contract of 6 months, followed by 12 month rolling extensions, up to 3 years or so</p><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Fluent English, Japanese would be nice to have but not required</li><li>7+ years of experience in finance, with prior experience supporting capital processes and investment governance in medium to large-scale manufacturing operations</li><li>Stakeholder management experience</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Work for one of the most globally recognized companies in the world</li><li>Company invests in its employees' growth and development through various training programs, workshops, and mentoring opportunities</li><li>Opportunities for career growth - can move to the Tokyo office or other offices globally in the future</li><li>There is a chartered taxi to the plant (takes around 10 mins) so employees don't need to pay for public transportation</li><li>Company canteen available and access to free drinks</li><li>Hybrid remote work - work from home 2 days per week</li><li>Working hours are 9am - 5:15pm with flexibility to use flex time</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Shiga</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 12 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013501907</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uNDA2OTIuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="display: inline !important;"><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><ul><li>A well-established global company is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to strengthen its Finance organization in Japan.</li><li>The position offers broad ownership of accounting operations, with opportunities to work independently and collaborate with international Finance stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>As Accounting Manager, you will oversee monthly and annual closing, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, AP/AR, and internal controls.</li><li>You will also lead and develop the Accounting team, improve financial processes, and work closely with local management and international Finance stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of hands-on Accounting / Financial Reporting experience</li><li>Team leadership or people management experience</li><li>Fluent Japanese and practical English communication skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Broad ownership of Accounting and Financial Reporting</li><li>Opportunity to lead and develop an Accounting team</li><li>High level of autonomy and responsibility</li><li>International exposure through regional Finance collaboration</li><li>Opportunity to improve accounting processes and systems</li><li>Long-term career opportunity within an established organization</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement with up to 2 days of work from home per week and flexible working hours</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 14 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013522923</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eXVzdWtlLmhhY2hpbm8uNjc4NDAuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>An international financial services firm is seeking a hands-on accounting professional to provide stability during a team transition. The Tokyo finance function is globally connected and supported by team across the region.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare statutory accounts, regulatory submissions, tax support schedules, fixed asset schedules and deferred tax calculations.</li><li>Perform intercompany reconciliations and investigate accounting discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare supporting documentation for auditors and respond to audit requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with local accounts receivable and payable colleagues and overseas finance support to maintain stable operations.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on capability in general ledger accounting, closing, balance sheet reconciliations and statutory reporting.</li><li>Ability to prepare or support regulatory filings, tax schedules, fixed asset schedules and deferred tax calculations.</li><li>Analytical skills to investigate accounting discrepancies and prepare well-organized audit documentation.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to provide stability and make an immediate contribution during an important team transition.</li><li>Broad exposure across closing, statutory reporting, regulatory reporting, tax and audit support.</li><li>International working environment with regular collaboration across regional finance teams.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>9 - 12 million yen</p><p> Project duration expected around 3 - 9 months.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013497789</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/aGFiaWJhaC5udXJ1bC40NDg4NC4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>An insurance company is seeking an Interim Internal Audit Director to lead audit activities and strengthen governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead internal audits covering key risks and controls across insurance operations.</li><li>Develop risk-based audit plans and oversee audit execution, documentation, and reporting.</li><li>Assess compliance with applicable Financial Services Agency (FSA) requirements, supervisory guidelines, and internal policies.</li><li>Present audit findings to management and recommend practical improvements.</li><li>Guide the audit team and work with stakeholders to follow up on remediation actions.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Deep knowledge of insurance operations, industry risks, and internal controls.</li><li>Strong understanding of FSA requirements and supervisory guidelines relevant to insurance companies.</li><li>Experience leading internal audits within the insurance industry.</li><li>Ability to assess complex issues and communicate clear, actionable recommendations.</li><li>Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and professional judgment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Lead insurance audit activities in an interim director position.</li><li>Project duration of approximately 3-9 months, with potential extension.</li><li>Apply your insurance and regulatory expertise to strengthen governance and internal controls.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 12 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013504547</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/aGFiaWJhaC5udXJ1bC4wOTUzMC4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p style="display: inline !important;"><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>An automotive company is seeking a cybersecurity audit professional to provide additional support for an active project. Working within an established team, the consultant will help assess cybersecurity controls and deliver clear, well-documented audit outcomes.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Support the planning and execution of cybersecurity audits and control assessments.</li><li>Review policies, procedures, system documentation and supporting evidence.</li><li>Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of relevant cybersecurity controls.</li><li>Identify control gaps and risks and help prepare clear findings and practical recommendations.</li><li>Maintain audit documentation and coordinate with the project manager and stakeholders throughout the audit.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Experience in cybersecurity audit, IT audit or security control assessments.</li><li>Ability to assess controls, analyze evidence and document audit findings clearly.</li><li>Familiarity with risk-based auditing and common cybersecurity control frameworks.</li><li>Strong analytical, documentation and stakeholder communication skills.</li><li>Professional working proficiency in Japanese.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Mainly remote working arrangement.</li><li>Full-time or part-time availability can be considered.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>11 - 15 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013491921</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/aGFiaWJhaC5udXJ1bC4yNDMwNS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all internal and external financial reporting</li><li>Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting</li><li>Determine accounting and tax treatment for new contracts with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Lead month-end close processes, including balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Oversee incoming and outgoing payment processes</li><li>Prepare and submit income tax, consumption tax, and fixed assets tax returns</li><li>Implement and monitor internal controls</li><li>Manage internal and external audits</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Good experience in finance/accounting management</li><li>Strong understanding of IFRS, JGAAP, SOX, and J-Tax</li><li>Self-motivated and proactive working style</li><li>Fluent in both Japanese and English</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Preferred Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Experience using Oracle NetSuite</li><li>Knowledge of financial instruments, including futures, forwards, and options</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 12 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013484754</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FpbC5jYW5ldGUuMjM5MDQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">