222 results for English jobs

Accountant

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
6.5M - 8.4M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileSmall international luxury retail company with an office in central Tokyo. The Role<ul><li>Transaction Processing: Record invoices, POs, expenses, and bank/credit card transactions in NetSuite; manage AP/AR, aging reports, and reconciliations of bank accounts, POS data, and inventory movements.</li><li>Closing & Tax: Support monthly/annual closings (cut-off, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, balance sheet reconciliations) and Japanese tax compliance, including consumption tax filings and annual returns.</li><li>Reporting & Analysis: Prepare cash position and liquidity reports, and support the Finance Manager with ad hoc analysis.</li><li>Process Improvement: Help harmonize processes with US HQ and strengthen internal controls as the business grows.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Fluent Japanese and business level English (will interview in English and need to frequently read and write in English)</li><li>5+ years of accounting (don't need hands on closing experience)</li><li>Retail industry background would be a big plus but not required</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Company is deeply invested in working with local manufacturers and has recently started its journey with direct distribution</li><li>Company is rapidly growing. Business is performing very well</li><li>Great chance to work in English for those that want to use both Japanese and English</li><li>Luxurious office in Omotesando with casual office wear</li><li>Hybrid remote work, work from home 2 days per week</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary6.5 - 8.4 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013479996 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uNTQwNDYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-05T01:52:45Z

[In-house] SAP S/4HANA AMS global rollout manager

Chiyoda,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 15.5M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA large, globally operating manufacturer of automotive and industrial components, formed through a multinational joint venture and employing tens of thousands of people across the Americas, Asia, China, Europe, and Japan. The company develops, manufactures, and sells components and systems for vehicles and industrial machinery, with a strong focus on electrification and sustainable mobility. The Role Goal of the Role<ul><li>The company is strengthening its SAP S/4HANA AMS organization in Japan and needs a hands-on Track Lead who can both resolve L2/L3 issues directly and serve as the primary bridge between Japanese business stakeholders and an offshore AMS vendor team.</li></ul> Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as functional owner for one SAP module track (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, or Plan-to-Deliver), leading L2/L3 issue resolution</li><li>Perform hands-on functional analysis of incidents and service requests; identify root cause across configuration, process, and data; lead major-incident triage and stabilization</li><li>Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and implement preventive measures</li><li>Serve as the key bridge between Japanese business users and the offshore AMS team - translating business requirements into clear tickets/acceptance criteria, and offshore deliverables into business-friendly explanations</li><li>Manage day-to-day prioritization, Q&A, and deliverable review with the offshore team</li><li>Ensure ITSM process discipline: ticket classification, SLA adherence, documentation quality, and closure standards</li><li>Analyze ticket trends to identify recurring issues and drive standardization</li><li>Ensure workarounds and interim fixes comply with internal controls (JSOX/ITGC/SoD); maintain proper approvals and audit trails</li><li>Maintain and update SOPs and knowledge assets; drive knowledge transfer between Japan and offshore teams</li></ul> Your Skills Required Qualifications<ul><li>7+ years of SAP functional experience in the relevant module area (O2C, P2P, R2R, or P2D)</li><li>Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA AMS (application operations/maintenance)</li><li>Native or advanced business-level Japanese (required)</li><li>Prior experience collaborating with offshore AMS teams</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and ownership mindset</li><li>Interview process conducted in a mix of Japanese and English; English resume/CV required for application</li></ul> Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Business-level Japanese and English (for offshore/global coordination)</li><li>Experience with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow)</li><li>Understanding of functional issues involving integrations, authorizations, and technical components</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role This role offers exposure to cross-border governance, vendor management, and compliance-driven operations, with potential growth toward Run CoE Lead, AMS Service Delivery Manager, or Business Process Owner roles. Location Tokyo Salary10 - 15.5 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013509254 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uMDI2NzIuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-24T05:51:31Z

In-House Head of Legal

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
1.5M - 15.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA major Japanese-listed group is seeking a bilingual legal, risk and corporate-services professional to join the executive leadership team of its established Australian subsidiary. Following an initial training and transition period in Tokyo, the successful candidate will relocate to Sydney and serve as the principal bridge between the Australian business and its Japanese headquarters. The Role<ul><li>Partner with the local CEO, Executive Leadership Team and Board on legal, risk, compliance, governance and broader corporate-services matters.</li><li>Lead and continually develop the company's legal, enterprise risk, compliance and corporate-governance frameworks.</li><li>Advise on major customer, supplier, technology, property and other commercial agreements.</li><li>Oversee disputes, regulatory matters, external legal advisers, compliance incidents and investigations.</li><li>Prepare Board papers and provide recommendations concerning legal, governance, risk and compliance matters.</li><li>Establish the organization's risk appetite and oversee operational risk, business continuity, crisis management and incident-response frameworks.</li><li>Provide executive oversight of People & Culture, workplace health and safety, operational standards and offshore shared-service functions.</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, business transformation and new commercial opportunities.</li><li>Coordinate closely with the Japanese parent company and align the Australian business with group policies and reporting requirements.</li><li>Complete an initial training and transition period of approximately three months in Tokyo before relocating to Sydney.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>At least eight years of combined experience across legal, risk, compliance, governance, human resources or corporate services.</li><li>A degree in law, business, commerce, risk management or a related discipline.</li><li>Legal qualification or eligibility to hold a practising certificate is preferred but not mandatory.</li><li>Experience working with senior management, Boards, external advisers and other key stakeholders.</li><li>Management experience, including the supervision of employees, external consultants or professional advisers.</li><li>Strong commercial judgment and the ability to provide practical, business-focused advice.</li><li>Fluent Japanese and English, with the ability to report to headquarters in Japanese and manage local stakeholders in English.</li><li>Experience within an international organization or supporting overseas operations.</li><li>Willingness to undertake training in Tokyo and subsequently relocate to Sydney.</li><li>Applications must include both English and Japanese résumés.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Relocate to Sydney and develop an international leadership career within an established Australia and New Zealand business.</li><li>Join the company's executive leadership structure and work closely with the local CEO and Board.</li><li>Oversee a broad portfolio spanning legal, risk, compliance, governance, People & Culture and operational controls.</li><li>Act as the principal link between the Australian subsidiary and its Japanese-listed parent company.</li><li>Receive company support for visa sponsorship, relocation, housing and eligible family-related arrangements.</li><li>Begin with structured training and handover at the group headquarters in Tokyo.</li><li>Join an established regional operation with approximately 1,000 employees across Australia and New Zealand.</li><li>Initial Japan compensation is expected to be approximately JPY 11-14 million, with flexibility depending on experience. Compensation will be adjusted to the local Australian market following relocation.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary11 - 15 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013501225 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFsZS5JYmFkdXJyYWhtYW4uMzYwMzMuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-15T02:00:59Z

Legal Staff

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
8.0M - 11.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA global digital content and entertainment company operating one of Japan's leading electronic comic platforms is looking for a Legal professional to support its growing business. The Role<ul><li>Provide legal advice across consumer protection, payments, privacy, customer support, and other regulatory matters.</li><li>Review and draft a wide range of commercial agreements, including publishing, licensing, IP, advertising, outsourcing, and confidentiality agreements.</li><li>Support IP matters including patents, trademarks, licensing, and content-related rights, as well as M&A and investment transactions.</li><li>Handle compliance frameworks, regulatory filings, legal research, disputes, and internal and external audit matters.</li><li>Approximately 30% of contracts are currently in English, with the proportion expected to increase as the business expands globally.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>5+ years of professional experience, including 3+ years of in-house legal experience within the content industry.</li><li>Strong corporate legal and commercial contract experience.</li><li>Experience drafting and reviewing English-language contracts is beneficial.</li><li>Legal qualifications such as Attorney, Judicial Scrivener, Administrative Scrivener, or Business Law Examination Level 2+ are preferred.</li><li>English and/or Korean language capability is advantageous.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Join a growing global digital content business with significant international exposure.</li><li>Gain broad legal experience across commercial contracts, IP, regulatory, compliance, M&A, and governance.</li><li>Work on cross-border matters as the company continues its global expansion.</li><li>Opportunity to expand into board governance, whistleblowing, and incentive compensation matters depending on experience and interest.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary8 - 11 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013479179 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWVyZWkuSGF0YW5ha2EuNjIzOTIuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-12T07:28:00Z

Tax Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
8.0M - 11.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileJoin a global leader in scientific and industrial technology, providing innovative solutions that support research, healthcare, manufacturing, and quality inspection across industries worldwide. The Role<ul><li>Manage tax compliance by preparing and filing corporate tax, consumption tax, and withholding tax returns, ensuring full compliance with Japanese tax regulations.</li><li>Oversee tax accounting and transfer pricing, including current and deferred tax calculations under JGAAP and IFRS, transfer pricing documentation, and BEPS Pillar Two compliance.</li><li>Lead tax audits and provide internal tax advisory support, acting as the primary contact for tax authorities while partnering with finance, legal, and business teams on tax-related matters.</li><li>Drive process improvements by enhancing tax operations, implementing more efficient workflows, and leveraging outsourcing and automation to improve productivity.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Strong tax experience including filing corporate tax, consumption tax, and withholding income tax returns</li><li>Transfer pricing experience</li><li>Native Japanese and conversational English - even though there is an English interview they are open to low English as long as candidates will work to improve once they join</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Work for a company whose products are instrumental in various fields of advanced research</li><li>Retirement allowance system (DB and DC), and employee savings plan</li><li>Company housing available</li><li>Cafeteria plan</li><li>Good work life balance. Average overtime is 10 - 20 hours per month</li><li>Flex time available</li><li>Very flexible remote conditions. In-office attendance frequency is 1-2 times a week</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary8 - 11 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013467016 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uMTI3MjQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-13T00:20:57Z

Accountant

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
5.0M - 7.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile<ul><li>A well-established multinational company with a significant presence in Japan is looking to strengthen its Finance organization.</li><li>The Japan Finance team operates within a highly international structure and works closely with overseas finance teams on daily accounting operations and reporting. The company offers an excellent environment for accounting professionals looking to develop their careers within a large global organization.</li></ul>The Role<ul><li>As an Accountant, you will support day-to-day accounting operations while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and overseas finance teams.</li><li>Responsibilities include invoice and payment processing, settlement activities, month-end reporting support, responding to finance-related inquiries, and supporting other accounting operations.</li><li>The position provides an excellent opportunity to develop broader accounting experience while gaining practical international exposure.</li></ul>Your Skills<ul><li>Accounting experience, particularly in AP or general accounting operations</li><li>Fluent Japanese and Business-level English</li></ul>Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Join the Finance organization of a large multinational company</li><li>Open to relatively junior accounting professionals</li><li>Gain international exposure through regular collaboration with overseas teams</li><li>Develop hands-on accounting experience within a global Finance organization</li><li>Opportunity to strengthen both accounting and English communication skills</li><li>Work with a sizable and well-established Finance team</li><li>Flexible working hours available</li></ul>Location TokyoSalary5 - 7 million yen Reference Number: 67040-0013485500 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eXVzdWtlLmhhY2hpbm8uMjY0MjQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-18T01:25:30Z

Bilingual Machine Learning Engineer

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
7.0M - 13.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA pioneer in Japan's Expert Network Services (ENS) industry, providing highly accurate knowledge matching across regions and language barriers for consulting firms and financial institutions, is looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join its Tokyo office. The Role<ul><li>Lead the design and implementation of autonomous AI agents using predictive and generative models, working closely with English-speaking engineering teams based in the US and Europe.</li><li>Drive Japanese NLP and accuracy evaluation efforts - from preprocessing and chunking strategies to building systems that evaluate the accuracy of Japanese data.</li><li>Select and evaluate LLMs across multiple providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, etc.), balancing cost optimization with system robustness.</li><li>Build CI/CD pipelines and institutionalize best practices around model training, monitoring, and version control (MLOps).</li><li>Optimize inference performance and scalability of machine learning models, and fine-tune LLMs for domain-specific use cases.</li><li>Join around 2-3 early-morning or evening online meetings per week to coordinate with overseas teams.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>At least 3 years of practical ML and backend development experience, with the ability to independently understand and develop large-scale Python codebases.</li><li>Core hands-on experience in at least one of: LLM orchestration (structured outputs, tool use, agent workflows), ML pipelines with tabular data (feature engineering, ranking models/LTR, model evaluation), or modern DevOps/MLOps environments (Docker, pytest, CI/CD).</li><li>Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, data science, mathematics, statistics, or equivalent experience.</li><li>Business-level English proficiency is required; everyday-conversation-level Japanese is a plus.</li><li>Public cloud development experience and experience growing a service in collaboration with non-engineers are advantageous.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Directly shape the AI-driven transformation of a company's core "search and matching" business, backed by an 800,000-person expert network and billions of yen in revenue.</li><li>Own projects end-to-end, from problem definition and spec development through release and iteration, in an environment where your ideas carry real weight.</li><li>Build your career with an international outlook, collaborating across multi-site development hubs in Tokyo, the US, and the EU - with the option to work from the New York office.</li><li>Work with a modern AI/ML stack (Azure OpenAI, LangChain, LangGraph, Transformers) on high-impact, production-facing generative AI features.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary7 - 13 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013481561 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U21haWwuU2FmaS4xMDY3NC4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-03T06:57:38Z

Accounting Director

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
13.0M - 17.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileGlobal manufacturing company whose products are instrumental in various fields of advanced research The Role<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> Your Skills <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> Key Highlights of the Role <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> Location Tokyo Salary13 - 17 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013504530 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uMjMwNTYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-25T05:10:18Z

In House Counsel

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
7.0M - 16.0M JPY / Yearly
Legal Specialist / Legal Manager (Global Legal Team) A leading global technology and industrial solutions company is seeking a talented Legal Specialist / Legal Manager to join its Legal Team in Japan. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys working closely with the business, providing practical legal guidance, and supporting strategic initiatives on both a domestic and international scale. The role offers exposure to a broad range of commercial and corporate legal matters, including contracts, regulatory issues, corporate governance, and M&A transactions within a highly collaborative global environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements in both Japanese and English</li><li>Provide legal support to business stakeholders across Japan and overseas</li><li>Advise on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters</li><li>Support strategic initiatives including M&A transactions, joint ventures, investments, and business restructuring projects</li><li>Identify and mitigate legal risks while enabling business growth</li><li>Manage external legal counsel and coordinate legal projects</li><li>Support dispute resolution and litigation matters when required</li><li>Monitor legal and regulatory developments and provide practical recommendations to the business</li><li>Partner closely with regional and global legal, finance, HR, and management teams</li></ul> Requirements Essential<ul><li>Qualified legal professional or equivalent legal background</li><li>5+ years of legal experience gained in a law firm and/or multinational corporation</li><li>Strong experience in commercial contract review, drafting, and negotiation</li><li>Native-level Japanese language skills</li><li>Business-level English with the ability to communicate effectively with global stakeholders</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and business partnering capabilities</li><li>Practical and commercially minded approach to legal problem-solving</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Experience supporting M&A transactions, investments, joint ventures, or corporate restructuring projects</li><li>Experience in an international company or global legal environment</li><li>Knowledge of corporate governance and compliance matters</li><li>Japanese Bengoshi qualification or overseas legal qualification</li><li>Experience supporting technology, industrial, manufacturing, or engineering-related businesses</li></ul> Why Join?<ul><li>Global Exposure - Work directly with regional and international stakeholders on complex legal matters and strategic business initiatives.</li><li>Business Partnering Role - Be a trusted advisor to senior leaders and influence key business decisions.</li><li>Career Growth - Opportunity to develop across a broad range of legal disciplines within a highly respected global organization.</li><li>Strategic M&A Exposure - Play a meaningful role in acquisitions, investments, and transformation initiatives that shape the future of the business.</li><li>Collaborative Culture - Join a high-performing, internationally minded team that values innovation, teamwork, and professional development.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary7 - 16 million yen Reference Number: 67040-0013468574 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjY5MjgyLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-14T02:48:59Z

Accounting Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
12.0M - 14.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA leading global financial technology and capital markets organization is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join its high-performing finance team in Japan. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to multiple accounting frameworks across the APAC region while working closely with regional finance teams, auditors, and global stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring regulatory and statutory compliance while supporting a growing international business. The Role<ul><li>Prepare statutory financial statements in both Japanese and English under Japanese GAAP and other local accounting standards</li><li>Prepare and review US GAAP to local GAAP reconciliation and adjustment entries</li><li>Record and manage statutory accounting adjustments and reporting requirements</li><li>Act as the primary liaison with external auditors and coordinate all audit-related requests</li><li>Ensure compliance with local statutory, tax, and regulatory reporting obligations</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities</li><li>Collaborate with regional and global finance teams on accounting, reporting, and compliance matters</li><li>Assist with process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency and controls</li><li>Support implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory requirements as needed</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field</li><li>Qualified accountant preferred (CPA, US CPA, CA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)</li><li>Experience in financial reporting, regulatory reporting, audit, or technical accounting</li><li>Strong knowledge of Japanese GAAP and exposure to US GAAP preferred</li><li>Experience working with external auditors and statutory reporting requirements</li><li>Financial services, fintech, securities, banking, or multinational corporate experience is advantageous</li><li>Strong attention to detail and analytical skills</li><li>Fluent Japanese and business-level English required</li></ul>Ideal Candidate<ul><li>You are a technically strong accounting professional who enjoys working in an international environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality financial reporting. You are comfortable managing audit processes, liaising with stakeholders across different jurisdictions, and navigating multiple accounting frameworks while maintaining a solutions-oriented mindset.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role Join a globally recognized financial technology leader at the intersection of finance and innovation Gain exposure to multiple accounting standards across APAC and international markets Highly visible role working directly with regional and global finance leadership Opportunity to develop technical accounting expertise beyond standard financial reporting Collaborative multinational environment with extensive cross-border stakeholder interaction Strong work-life balance and employee-focused culture Competitive compensation, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package Excellent long-term career progression within a growing global organization Location Tokyo Salary12 - 14 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013470229 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjY0NjI1LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-17T05:21:58Z

Tax Accountant

Tokyo,
remote
Contract
12.0M - 16.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA leading global life insurance and financial services group with a strong presence across Asia, North America, and other international markets. The Role<ul><li>International tax matters</li><ul><li>Review and respond to matters related to global minimum tax, CFC rules, transfer pricing regulations, etc.</li></ul><li>Group tax planning (tax advisory)</li><ul><li>Review, assess, and advise on the tax treatment of corporate actions and various transactions in order to optimize tax costs and manage tax risks</li></ul><li>Response to tax inquiries</li><li>Group tax governance</li><ul><li>Promote tax governance and compliance frameworks based on the group tax policy</li></ul><li>Closing and tax filing support (under the group tax sharing/consolidated tax regime)</li><ul><li>Handle quarterly closing operations relating to tax expenses (corporate tax, consumption tax, etc.) and tax effect accounting</li><li>Prepare and file corporate tax, local tax, and consumption tax returns</li></ul><li>Tax audit support</li><ul><li>Respond to tax audits by tax authorities regarding corporate tax and related matters, including acting as the point of contact and conducting discussions/negotiations</li></ul></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Professional qualifications such as Licensed Tax Accountant, Certified Public Accountant, USCPA, etc., and practical experience at a financial institution, global company, or tax accounting firm</li><li>Knowledge of IFRS or U.S. GAAP</li><li>Practical experience working with overseas entities in English</li><li>Experience preparing statutory financial statements, annual reports, corporate tax calculations, and corporate tax returns</li><li>In terms of language ability, it is desirable to have practical experience using English on a daily basis in work settings, such as meetings with overseas group companies</li><li>As a general benchmark, desirable candidates would include Managers or Assistant Managers engaged in tax work at a tax accounting firm or a globally listed company</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary6,000 - 8,000 yen hourly Reference Number: 06940-0013506384 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FpbC5jYW5ldGUuMjA3MjMuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-17T03:09:08Z

IT Planning

Tokyo,
remote
Contract
7.2M - 9.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA major global financial services group's IT entity in Japan is looking for a member to support a large-scale internal regulation revision project, following a recent organizational realignment under its Japan holding company. The Role<ul><li>Lead the revision of internal company regulations to align them with the Japan holding company's new regulatory framework - this is the core focus of the role.</li><li>Support a colleague on vendor governance-related tasks as a secondary responsibility.</li><li>Primarily remote-based role, with roughly one visit per month to the client's Shinagawa office and occasional business travel.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Native-level Japanese is essential - you'll need to catch subtle wording issues and explain nuance differences between similar terms, as precise regulatory drafting is central to the role.</li><li>Basic English reading ability for emails and simple documents (conversational English is not required).</li><li>Basic proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; stronger Excel skills are a plus for the vendor governance portion of the work.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Build hands-on experience in internal controls and compliance within a major global financial group.</li><li>Take ownership of highly specialized, high-visibility regulatory work at a group headquarters level.</li><li>Enjoy a flexible, primarily remote working style.</li><li>Long-term potential to build and accumulate specialized regulatory know-how in a planning-function role.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary7.2 - 9 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013502866 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGluc29uLkxldW5nLjQ5NTcxLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-16T05:10:24Z

Systems Engineer

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 10.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile<div>A major global financial institution with a presence across multiple international markets.</div> The RoleResponsibilities<ul><li>Led the administration and enhancement of enterprise infrastructure platforms supporting critical business operations.</li><li>Delivered infrastructure modernization initiatives, including service improvements, automation, and cloud adoption projects.</li><li>Provided advanced support and troubleshooting for global production environments.</li><li>Worked closely with cross-functional technology teams to ensure platform stability, scalability, and performance.</li><li>Automated operational processes and implemented solutions to improve service efficiency and reduce operational risk.</li><li>Participated in the design and implementation of infrastructure and service reliability improvements.</li><li>Maintained operational documentation and supported knowledge transfer across teams.</li><li>Coached and supported junior team members while promoting best practices in platform operations and engineering.</li></ul> Your Skills <Mandatory Skills><ul><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.</li><li>Extensive experience with enterprise Linux operating systems and high-availability environments.</li><li>Hands-on expertise in infrastructure automation, configuration management, and platform administration.</li><li>Experience supporting and managing virtualized server environments.</li><li>Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and restore critical services.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in production environments.</li></ul><Preferred Skills><ul><li>Experience supporting high-precision time synchronization services in mission-critical environments.</li><li>Knowledge of enterprise network services, including DNS, DHCP, and IP address management solutions.</li><li>Understanding of modern infrastructure management, automation practices, and service reliability principles.</li><li>Scripting and automation skills using common programming and infrastructure-as-code tools.</li><li>Experience with server and network hardware deployment, maintenance, and lifecycle management.</li><li>Conversational-level Japanese communication skills.</li></ul><Required Soft Skills><ul><li>Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and continuously develop new skills.</li><li>Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving environment.</li><li>Able to work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.</li><li>Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.</li><li>Proactive and solution-oriented approach to resolving challenges and issues.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.</li><li>Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.</li><li>Ability to understand business objectives and communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary10 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013480023 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGluc29uLkxldW5nLjU5OTg5LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-27T07:10:43Z

SAP Solution Architect

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
9.0M - 13.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA joint venture between two major global corporations - a leading FMCG manufacturer/distributor and a top-tier global consulting firm. The company combines large-scale business operations with global-standard digital/IT capabilities, providing BPO (HR, finance, procurement, sales support) and ITO (systems development, IT infrastructure) services, supporting operations from manufacturing through to the end consumer. The Role Goal of the role<ul><li>This is a key role within their IT organization, responsible for leading the design, implementation, enhancement, and support of SAP S/4HANA Finance solutions while working closely with the Finance business teams.</li></ul> Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Work with Finance business users to translate requirements into SAP S/4HANA Finance solutions across FI and CO</li><li>Lead SAP Finance implementation projects from requirement definition through go-live and continuous improvement</li><li>Own SAP FI areas: General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Asset Accounting, bank accounting, financial closing, tax, and statutory reporting</li><li>Own SAP CO areas: Cost Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis (CO-PA), Profit Center Accounting, allocations, settlements, and planning</li><li>Define overall SAP Finance solution architecture, including integration with procurement, sales, logistics, treasury, and tax systems</li><li>Drive upgrades, application lifecycle management, and S/4HANA capability adoption</li><li>Guide vendors and implementation partners on solution quality and maintainability</li><li>Support UAT, deployment, user training, and production support</li><li>Requirements</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>5+ years of hands-on experience implementing, enhancing, and supporting SAP Finance solutions (both FI and CO)</li><li>Strong experience with SAP S/4HANA or SAP ECC Finance modules, including hands-on configuration</li><li>Experience with SAP architecture, system integration, lifecycle management, and cross-functional process integration (procurement, sales, logistics, treasury, tax, reporting)</li></ul> Education / Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field</li><li>SAP FI and/or CO certifications preferred</li></ul> Language<ul><li>Japanese: Business level</li><li>English: Business level</li></ul> Core Competencies<ul><li>Strong solution architecture and technical design skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root-cause analysis across integrated finance processes</li><li>Ability to translate business requirements into scalable, controlled, maintainable technical solutions</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management, vendor coordination, and communication skills</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role Flexible remote work available, with occasional in-office attendance depending on business needs. International team environment - strong English skills will help expand scope of work and learning opportunities. Location Tokyo Salary9 - 13 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013474146 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uMDk4MjMuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-22T02:26:19Z

In-house - Business Strategy Director - FMCG

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
18.0M - 23.0M JPY / Yearly
*Fluent level Japanese is needed Company ProfileA large, diversified retail and consumer services group operating multiple business lines, currently undergoing a major organization-wide transformation. The Role The organization currently leans heavily toward execution and is looking to strengthen its strategic capability. This role is responsible for bringing a business-strategy lens to a core business unit and leading its transformation from concept through execution. The Director will define the mid- to long-term growth strategy based on market, customer, competitive, and profitability analysis, identify priority issues, set the strategic agenda, build execution roadmaps, and drive key initiatives forward - engaging senior management and stakeholders in both Japanese and English. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop the mid- to long-term strategy for the relevant business unit and translate it into a transformation roadmap, based on analysis of market, customer, competitive, and profitability dynamics</li><li>Define and prioritize strategic themes, and build execution plans with clear investment decisions and KPIs</li><li>Drive execution of strategic initiatives in partnership with Sales, Operations, Finance, HR, IT, and other departments</li><li>Report to senior management on business issues, strategic options, ROI, and progress; support key decisions and resolve issues as they arise</li><li>Align with global/regional stakeholders to build consensus on strategic direction</li><li>Help embed strategic thinking and prioritization into an organization that has historically been execution-focused, and support longer-term planning capability</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Business-level Japanese and English, with the ability to negotiate and build consensus with senior management and global stakeholders</li><li>Working experience in Consulting/FMCG/Retail/Logistics/Trading Companies... are welcome to apply</li><li>Can manage a team above 10ppl</li><li>Track record of developing and executing business strategy end-to-end, ideally from an operating company, consulting firm, or similar environment</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-framing skills - able to identify root causes and structure complex issues into clear, decision-ready insights</li><li>Strategic thinking to define the future state of the business, paired with the ownership to see it through to execution</li><li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management, able to drive cross-functional projects across differing interests</li><li>Sound business judgment, balancing revenue, profitability, ROI, and operational impact, with the ability to act under ambiguity</li><li>Strong communication skills across both senior management and frontline teams</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>New position in the company</li><li>Strategy + execution, not just planning</li><li>Broad, cross-functional experience</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary18 - 23 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013478213 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uNzg5ODcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-29T00:43:59Z

Senior Financial Planning Analyst

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
8.0M - 10.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileTSE-listed technology company experiencing strong business growth is looking for a Corporate Finance professional to support fundraising and investor relations activities. The Role<ul><li>Support fundraising activities and help manage relationships with investors and financial stakeholders.</li><li>Prepare financial materials and information for investors and other external stakeholders.</li><li>Support investor relations activities, including communication and presentation preparation.</li><li>Work closely with internal teams to gather and analyze financial and business information.</li><li>Contribute to corporate finance initiatives as the company continues to expand its business.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Experience in corporate finance, investment banking, investor relations, FP&A, or a related field.</li><li>Strong financial analysis and presentation skills.</li><li>Business-level Japanese and English are preferred.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, growing organization.</li><li>Experience with fundraising or investor relations is highly advantageous.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Play a key role in supporting fundraising and investor relations for a TSE-listed technology company.</li><li>Gain exposure to senior management, investors, and strategic financial activities.</li><li>Work in a growing international business with opportunities to use English.</li><li>Develop broad corporate finance experience in a dynamic technology environment.</li><li>Join a successful listed company with strong growth ambitions.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary8 - 10 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013483974 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2h1WGluLkxvaC44NzQzMS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-14T02:18:19Z

R&D Project Manager - Medical Devices / Pharma / Manufacturing

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
11.0M - 14.5M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile<ul><li>Multinational medical device manufacturer headquartered in Japan, but with a globalized team who collaborate across borders.</li></ul> The Role<ul><li>Joining the R&D team, you'll be leading projects relating to the development of medical devices, often working with non-R&D stakeholders in business units such as manufacturing, quality, sales, finance, etc.</li><li>One major challenge is that the team has very skilled R&D members but doesn't have experienced project managers who know how to lead complex cross-functional projects - this is where you will add value.</li><li>You'll be reporting to senior leaders, so your communication style will need to be results-oriented and top-down.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Fluent Japanese and business English are mandatory.</li><li>Experience as a Project Manager, ideally from a development background within the medical, automotive, aerospace or other manufacturing/engineering background.</li><li>Experience leading complex and multi-disciplinary projects within international stakeholders.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role<ul><li>Your work on the development of medical devices that are used to identify serious illnesses will have a direct impact on the lives of patients across the world.</li><li>You'll be joining a team with a lot of R&D expertise, but who also have a real need for your PM skills - your organization will really make a difference.</li><li>You'll be working with international stakeholders regularly, using both Japanese and English frequently.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary11 - 14.5 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013498729 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VWJoaS5TYW5kZWVwLjM3MDA5LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-02T01:20:04Z

Finance Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Contract
12.0M - 14.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileOur client, a major pharmaceutical company, is seeking an accounting professional to provide interim support during a vacancy until a permanent replacement is hired. This is a project-based, fixed-term assignment of approximately four months for candidates with hands-on accounting experience.Ideal candidates are playing managers with strong accounting experience, SAP proficiency, and the ability to handle documentation in English. The Role<ul><li>Operational support, including invoicing and Executive Assistant support</li><li>Budget planning and budget vs. actuals management</li><li>Process improvement</li><li>Establishment of budgeting and procurement processes</li><li>Support for purchasing, procurement, and approval processes</li></ul> Your Skills Must Have<ul><li>Hands-on experience in FP&A and budget management</li><li>Basic accounting knowledge</li><li>Intermediate or higher Excel skills</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Business-level English, including coordination and negotiation with overseas affiliates</li><li>SAP experience</li><li>Experience managing WBS and designing/operating project codes</li><li>Knowledge of transfer pricing and global charge allocation processes</li><li>Experience coordinating across multiple departments and driving projects</li></ul>Other<ul><li>Overtime: Approximately 5-10 hours per month, with increased workload during quarterly periods</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>A role where you can leverage your budgeting, budget management, and accounting expertise in FP&A</li><li>Broad operational responsibilities, including invoicing, procurement, approvals, and EA support</li><li>Opportunities to utilize experience with overseas affiliates, SAP, and global projects</li><li>A well-balanced work environment with approximately 5-10 hours of overtime per month</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary12 - 14 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013483982 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWl6dWhvLldhdGFuYWJlLjk3NDM3LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-13T01:17:24Z

Accountant

Tokyo,
remote
Contract
6.2M - 7.3M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA growing e-commerce and home furnishings business with an online-first model, focused on delivering high-quality consumer products and strong customer experience. The RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented, bilingual Japanese and English Temporary Senior Accountant to support Japan operations during the busy year-end closing period. This role will oversee transaction processing, payment gateway reconciliations, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, inventory-related accounting support, and month-end/year-end close activities. Your Skills <ul><li>4-6 years of corporate accounting experience, ideally within e-commerce or retail in Japan</li><li>CPA or other professional accounting/finance qualification preferred</li><li>Strong Oracle NetSuite experience preferred</li><li>Experience with online banking/payment platforms is an advantage</li><li>Business-level English and fluent/native Japanese</li><li>Strong reconciliation, invoicing, and ledger closing experience</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary3, 000 - 3,500 yen per hour Reference Number: 06940-0013469262 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2FpbC5jYW5ldGUuMzIzMzQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-15T06:37:49Z

Technical Translation

Tokyo,
remote
Contract
12.0M - 12.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile A global technology services company specializing in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and digital transformation services. The Role <ul><li>Provide high-quality technical translation services between Japanese and English for IT, cybersecurity, cloud, infrastructure, and digital transformation-related materials.</li><li>Translate and localize technical documentation, proposals, training materials, user guides, reports, and internal communications while ensuring accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and business stakeholders to accurately convey technical concepts and terminology across languages.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Native-level Japanese and business-level English language proficiency.</li><li>Experience in technical translation, localization, technical writing, or related language services.</li><li>Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, networking, software, or related technology domains.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Work with a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including cybersecurity, cloud, and digital transformation solutions.</li><li>Collaborate with multinational teams and global stakeholders in a highly international environment.</li><li>Play a critical role in ensuring clear and accurate communication between technical and business audiences.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary JPY 60,000 - JPY 72,000 Daily Reference Number: 06940-0013471809 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWhtYWQucm95YW5pLjIxNjY3LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-30T07:32:32Z

Senior Accountant

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
8.0M - 110.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile Large global insurance firm with a Japan office in central Tokyo. The Role<ul><li>Statutory & Regulatory Reporting: Oversee Japan GAAP compliance, including preparation of balance sheets, P&L statements, cash flow statements, and other regulator-mandated reports, along with associated controls, checks, and analysis.</li><li>Treasury & Financial Planning: Manage treasury operations while supporting budgeting, business planning, cost analysis, and expense management.</li><li>Tax & Audit Support: Facilitate Japan tax filings and coordinate both internal and external audit processes.</li><li>Management Reporting & US GAAP: Support US GAAP financial reporting and analysis, and contribute to the preparation of internal management information.</li></ul>Your Skills<ul><li>Fluent Japanese and ability to read / write in English (English speaking is not required)</li><li>Nissho Boki 2nd grade (or higher)</li><li>6+ years of accounting experience, including hands on closing under J GAAP</li><li>Insurance industry experience is highly preferred, but open to wider financial services industry backgrounds</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role<ul><li>Work for one of largest and well respected companies in the industry</li><li>Be apart of a smaller team so able to have hands on learning</li><li>Hybrid remote work. Work from home 2 days a week</li><li>Flex time. Official working hours are 9AM - 5PM</li><li>Good work life balance. Annual leave days of 20 days per year + additional 3 days of company holiday</li></ul>Location Tokyo Salary8 - 11 million yen Reference Number: 67040-0013477406 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uNzc3MDQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-05T02:31:26Z

Senior Accountant

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
6.0M - 9.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileTSE-listed technology company experiencing strong business growth is looking for a Senior Accountant to join its growing international finance team. The Role<ul><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.</li><li>Support external audits and prepare materials for audit engagements.</li><li>Assist with corporate tax and consumption tax filings.</li><li>Support accounting processes related to revenue recognition and cost accounting.</li><li>Participate in projects such as revenue recognition, cost accounting, and transfer pricing.</li><li>Prepare statutory financial statements under the Companies Act and support disclosure activities under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act.</li><li>Review and develop appropriate accounting treatments as the business continues to expand.</li><li>The main area of responsibility will be determined based on your experience and strengths.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Experience in accounting, including financial closing and reporting.</li><li>Knowledge of Japanese corporate tax and consumption tax is advantageous.</li><li>Experience with statutory reporting, audit, or disclosure-related activities is preferred.</li><li>Business-level English is preferred, with opportunities to communicate with international teams.</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience with revenue recognition, cost accounting, or transfer pricing projects is a plus.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Join a successful TSE-listed technology company with strong business growth.</li><li>Gain broad exposure across accounting, tax, audit, and financial disclosure.</li><li>Work on complex accounting projects including revenue recognition, cost accounting, and transfer pricing.</li><li>Use English and collaborate with international teams.</li><li>Shape your role around your experience and areas of expertise as the business continues to grow.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary6 - 9 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013483185 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2h1WGluLkxvaC4zNDIxMi4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-14T02:00:31Z

Underwriter (Non-life)

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
5.0M - 12.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA leading global non-life insurance company is looking for an Underwriter to support underwriting, product development, and business growth in Japan. The Role<ul><li>Underwrite new and renewal risks, including cases exceeding branch-level underwriting authority.</li><li>Assess risk information, survey reports, claims history, and other relevant factors to maintain portfolio quality and profitability.</li><li>Support product development and revisions, including product design, pricing, business processes, systems, and policy documentation.</li><li>Partner with Sales to develop new distribution channels and strengthen existing business.</li><li>Support external reporting, industry committees, and communication of regulatory and market developments.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Experience within the non-life insurance industry across underwriting, sales, risk management, or a related function.</li><li>Underwriting experience within non-life insurance is highly preferred.</li><li>Business-level English reading and writing skills are required.</li><li>Business-level spoken English is advantageous.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and ability to make sound underwriting and risk decisions.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Broad underwriting role covering risk assessment, product development, sales support, and portfolio management.</li><li>Clear career progression opportunities into senior underwriting and management positions.</li><li>Opportunity to move across different underwriting product lines and other functions through internal mobility.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement with three office days and two work-from-home days per week.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary5 - 12 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013483188 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWVyZWkuSGF0YW5ha2EuNjYyNDMuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-13T01:09:54Z

R&D Business Development

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 10.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile<ul><li>A global consumer goods company with a strong presence across food, health science, and life sciences is seeking a professional to support technology scouting, business development, and innovation strategy within its R&D organization. This role will contribute to the company's long-term growth strategy by bridging research, technology, and commercialization on a global scale.</li></ul>The Role<ul><li>Identify and assess emerging technologies, market trends, and innovation opportunities globally</li><li>Conduct technology scouting, competitive intelligence, and strategic research activities</li><li>Support the commercialization of research outcomes by working closely with business and functional teams</li><li>Develop business cases and growth strategies for new technologies and innovation initiatives</li><li>Lead or participate in cross-functional projects involving R&D, business development, and marketing teams</li><li>Plan and execute external communication, branding, and promotional activities related to innovation and technology</li><li>Organize and support technology exhibitions, conferences, symposiums, and internal/external seminars</li><li>Build relationships with external partners, research institutions, startups, and industry stakeholders</li></ul>Your Skills<ul><li>Experience in research and development environments</li><li>Experience in business development, technology commercialization, or innovation management</li><li>Leadership or people management experience</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Ability to work effectively in multicultural and global environments</li><li>Fluent or native-level English capability, or significant experience studying or working in an English-speaking environment</li><li>Japanese language proficiency at business level or above</li><li>Overseas CVC, technology investment, startup collaboration, or open innovation experience is highly desirable</li><li>Experience in technology communication, branding, or promotion is a plus</li></ul>Key Highlights of the Role<ul><li>Opportunity to play a strategic role within a globally expanding R&D organization</li><li>Direct exposure to innovation strategy, technology management, and business creation activities</li><li>Ability to work across multiple business domains and cutting-edge technologies</li><li>Opportunity to collaborate with global stakeholders and external partners worldwide</li><li>High visibility role with strong connection to long-term corporate growth strategy</li></ul>LocationTokyoSalaryAnnual salary: ¥10,000,000Reference Number06940-0013470104 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hyaXN0b3BoZXIuTW9vcmUuNDU0ODcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-31T06:09:37Z

Senior Accountant

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 13.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileGlobal insurance firm with a small office in Tokyo. The Role<ul><li>Accounting & Closing: Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing under IFRS and J-GAAP, including insurance-specific accounting (premiums, claims, reserves, reinsurance), Chart of Accounts design, and ERP system implementation and operation.</li><li>Regulatory & Tax Reporting: Manage FSA reporting under the Insurance Business Act and corporate/consumption/local tax filings, ensuring full compliance with Japan's regulatory requirements.</li><li>Global Group Reporting: Prepare IFRS-based financial reports for global HQ, partnering closely with headquarters Finance, Actuarial, and Controlling teams (in English), and provide branch-level data for group consolidation under IFRS 17, IFRS 9, CSRD/ESRS, and Solvency II QRT frameworks.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance: Build and maintain a three lines of defense structure aligned with the Insurance Business Act and Solvency II Third Pillar, manage external/internal audits and JFSA inspections, and establish payment, approval, and accounting workflows.</li><li>Branch Finance Build-Out: Lead the setup and standardization of the Japan Branch's finance function - systems, processes, and controls - while supporting new products and business initiatives from an accounting perspective.</li><li>Global Project Involvement: Contribute to cross-border initiatives including IFRS 17/9 implementation, ESR/J-ICS calculation frameworks, Solvency II consolidation, CSRD/ESRS readiness, system rollouts, and transfer pricing (AOA) matters.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>5+ years of accounting/finance experience at an operating company or audit firm</li><li>Fluent Japanese and business English ~ high business. Will be reporting overseas</li><li>Experience doing accounting within an insurance firm. Deep understanding and practical experience with IFRS or J-GAAP</li><li>Ability to work autonomously, with minimal supervision. Experience building business processes from scratch, or strong aptitude for doing so</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Apart of a larger financial services group with a long history and services in many different countries globally</li><li>Japan office is stable with low turnover rate</li><li>Hybrid remote work. Work from home 1 - 2 days a week</li><li>Working hours are 9AM - 5PM with good work life balance</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary10 - 13 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013471733 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). 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. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uMjMwOTMuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-27T04:51:45Z