<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A leading global biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients with rare and serious diseases is seeking a Director, Commercial FP&A. This strategic finance leadership role partners closely with commercial leadership to drive growth, optimize investments, and support key business decisions within a highly dynamic and patient-focused environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the lead finance business partner to multiple commercial franchises, supporting strategic decision-making, resource allocation, and business performance management.</li><li>Lead forecasting, budgeting, long-range planning, financial reporting, and investment analysis to support sustainable growth and successful product launches.</li><li>Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership, including franchise leaders and the Japan Leadership Committee.</li><li>Manage and develop the FP&A team while driving continuous improvement, financial governance, and process optimization initiatives.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>10+ years of diversified finance experience, including FP&A leadership and business partnering with senior management.</li><li>Fluent Japanese and English with strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities with experience in forecasting, financial modeling, business planning, and performance management.</li><li>Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred, with hands-on knowledge of SAP, Excel, PowerPoint, and commercial finance operations.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Highly strategic finance leadership role partnering directly with commercial franchise leadership and executive management.</li><li>Opportunity to influence resource allocation, product launch success, commercial strategy, and long-term business growth.</li><li>Lead and develop a high-impact FP&A team while serving as a trusted advisor to key business stakeholders.</li><li>Join a global biopharmaceutical company with a strong track record of innovation and a mission to improve the lives of patients with rare diseases.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>15 - 18 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013536028</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/TmFsaXNhbGEuS2Fybi41NjI0My4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Our client is a renowned global healthcare organization with a strong presence in Japan and worldwide. Due to continued growth and organizational development, they are looking for a talented finance professional to join their team in a key business partnering capacity.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to senior finance leadership, this position will serve as a trusted business partner to multiple functions, providing financial insights and supporting business decisions while maintaining a strong foundation in accounting and financial planning.</p><ul><li>Partner with commercial and functional leaders to drive business performance and strategic initiatives</li><li>Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses to support decision-making</li><li>Provide financial insights, risks, and opportunities to senior stakeholders</li><li>Support month-end and year-end closing activities in collaboration with the accounting team</li><li>Ensure financial integrity and compliance with company policies</li><li>Analyze business trends, profitability, and key performance indicators</li><li>Work closely with regional and global finance teams on reporting and planning activities</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes and reporting</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Native-level Japanese and business-level English communication skills</li><li>Strong experience in both Accounting and FP&A</li><li>Proven track record of effective business partnering with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Comfortable working in a multinational environment and collaborating with foreign stakeholders</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills</li><li>Proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment</li><li>Experience within a multinational company preferred</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Leading multinational healthcare company with a strong growth trajectory</li><li>Highly visible role partnering closely with commercial and operational leaders</li><li>Broad exposure across both Accounting and FP&A</li><li>International, diverse, and collaborative culture with extensive interaction with overseas stakeholders</li><li>Dynamic and fast-paced environment offering significant business impact</li><li>Opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and business performance</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>25 - 30 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013495249</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/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjc3MTQxLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Our client is a rapidly expanding organization within the renewable energy sector seeking an experienced Head of FP&A to lead its financial planning and analysis function.</li><li>Reporting directly to senior leadership, this role will drive budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and business performance management across the organization. The successful candidate will lead and develop the FP&A team while acting as a trusted business partner to executives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</li><li>This is an exciting opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys building processes, influencing strategy, and supporting business growth within a dynamic and evolving organization.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the company's budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes</li><li>Deliver strategic financial analysis and business insights to senior management</li><li>Drive performance management through KPI tracking and variance analysis</li><li>Develop and enhance financial models to support business decision-making</li><li>Evaluate new business initiatives, investments, and growth opportunities</li><li>Build, coach, and lead a high-performing FP&A team</li><li>Partner closely with business leaders across multiple functions</li><li>Support executive leadership with data-driven recommendations and strategic planning</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in FP&A, Commercial Finance, Strategic Finance, or Corporate Planning</li><li>Demonstrated team management and leadership experience</li><li>Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Experience working in a high-growth, fast-paced, or start-up environment preferred</li><li>Native-level Japanese and business-level English communication skills</li><li>Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving capabilities</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Direct exposure to executive leadership and corporate strategy</li><li>Opportunity to build and strengthen the FP&A function</li><li>Significant influence on key business decisions and growth initiatives</li><li>Work within a purpose-driven organization contributing to the energy transition</li><li>Dynamic, entrepreneurial culture with substantial career growth opportunities</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>15 - 20 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013532518</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/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjUwMzc1LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>An FMCG company is introducing an OPEX budget management system to strengthen its finance operations. Working on the client side, you will translate finance requirements into a clear vendor brief and guide the project from vendor selection through implementation.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Work with the finance division to clarify OPEX budgeting requirements and define the scope of the proposed system.</li><li>Develop the RFP and coordinate vendor enquiries, ensuring business requirements are clearly communicated.</li><li>Evaluate proposed solutions and coordinate vendor selection against the finance division's requirements.</li><li>Lead client-side PMO activities, tracking project plans, milestones, risks, and outstanding actions.</li><li>Manage vendor coordination throughout system development and implementation, addressing issues and monitoring delivery progress.</li><li>Facilitate discussions between finance stakeholders and implementation partners to align priorities, resolve open questions, and move decisions forward.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Consulting experience combined with project management experience in system implementation.</li><li>Experience leading PMO activities for system development projects.</li><li>Budget management system implementation experience is preferred.</li><li>Experience implementing ERP-based finance solutions is an advantage.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Part-time commitment of approximately two days per week.</li><li>Mainly remote working, with occasional office visits.</li><li>Influence the project from requirements and vendor selection through implementation.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 17 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013535031</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/aGFiaWJhaC5udXJ1bC42MjU5NS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Large FMCG company with a global presence.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead finance as a strategic partner to commercial leaders, shaping strategy and ensuring disciplined execution across the business units</li><li>Co-own the commercial P&L with business unit heads, driving performance, accountability, and sustainable value</li><li>Lead forecasting, budgeting, and planning, giving senior leaders clear, data-driven insights for key decisions</li><li>Drive pricing, revenue growth, and cost optimization initiatives to improve margins</li><li>Build a high-performing commercial finance team and position Finance as a trusted strategic advisor</li><li>Strengthen governance, systems (including SAP), controls, and best practices for efficient commercial processes</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Fluent Japanese and high business level English</li><li>5+ years of progressive leadership experience in Finance and/or Commercial functions, with a track record of leading teams and driving performance and transformation</li><li>Strong accounting expertise and financial acumen, with the ability to turn data into strategic business insights</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively across cultures and functions</li><li>Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives, and to act as a trusted advisor</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Work for a global leader with a huge presence</li><li>Good work/life balance</li><li>Includes flex time (11:00 - 15:00) and work from home options</li><li>Most finance members working on hybrid system</li><li>This role serves as a critical stepping stone for broader finance leadership, offering exposure and potential career pathways into IR, FP&A, and Finance Strategy</li><li>Retirement allowance system (100% company-funded corporate DC pension plan), employee stock ownership plan, group insurance</li><li>Special leaves available including, but not limited to, family and health leave available including menstrual, maternity, childcare, and nursing care leave</li><li>Reduced hours for childcare</li><li>Challenge leave available for 6 months to 3 years of leave for career advancement (degrees or specialized skills)</li><li>Welcome back system (re-employment)</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>15 - 20 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013522876</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/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uMTUwOTEuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A multinational FMCG company is seeking an Interim FP&A Director to support financial planning and business partnering across its commercial and corporate functions.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses covering revenue, expenses, operating costs, and capital expenditure. Explain variances and recommend actions to business leaders.</li><li>Partner with Marketing on cost of goods sold, gross profit, pricing, operating expenses, product launches, and promotions.</li><li>Evaluate financial assumptions before product launches and review performance afterward.</li><li>Work with R&D and its global budget owner to align spending priorities with the Marketing strategy.</li><li>Support the Physical Presence function with budgets, forecasts, operating margin analysis, and performance measures. Maintain a rolling 24-month capital expenditure plan and update lease exit cost estimates annually.</li><li>Help Government Affairs and Public Relations establish performance indicators and align spending with business priorities.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Strong capabilities in FP&A, financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting.</li><li>Ability to translate complex financial information into clear recommendations and partner effectively with functional leaders.</li><li>Understanding of accounting principles, including working knowledge of GAAP.</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and macros.</li><li>Experience using TM1, Cognos, or Access.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Partner with functional leaders across a multinational FMCG business.</li><li>Contribute to commercial planning, product launch evaluations, and investment decisions.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement.</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: 06940-0013513907</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><p><em> </em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/aGFiaWJhaC5udXJ1bC42MzQzOC4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A leading global automotive technology supplier specializing in the development and manufacture of advanced vehicle systems and components.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>To lead the finance organization and collaborate closely with executive leadership to support sustainable growth and operational excellence. This role is critical in ensuring we have the foundations to allow businesses to be able to execute their business strategies.</li><li>Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with local finance fiduciary requirements, working together with tax and treasury to have a clear local strategy, and collaborate/partner with local business leaders to enable the businesses to deliver financial results.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Be a leader and change agent for the local organization and works closely with the executive leadership team to promote sustainable growth and operational superiority across the country under your jurisdiction.</li><li>In addition, this person will be a technical accounting expert and proactively evaluating complex transactions and technical accounting guidance and disclosure recommendation, ensuring compliance with IFRS accounting and financial reporting requirements.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>7000 - 8000 yen per hour</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013537623</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/Z2FpbC5jYW5ldGUuNzkyOTUuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<div class="--cK-597 "><div class="-D--631 " data-automation-id="questionContent"><div class="-OC-633 --xW-634"><div class="-Wg-667"><div class="-Fn-700"><strong>COMPANY PROFILE</strong><br />A leading developer and operator of modern logistics facilities is seeking a hands-on financial modeling professional with strong investment finance expertise and advanced Excel skills. This individual will be responsible for independently reviewing, validating, and enhancing a complex underwriting model. The engagement is expected to last 3 to 6 months, depending on the outcome of the initial analysis, and offers flexibility in work schedule, including part-time availability.<br /><br /><strong>ROLE OVERVIEW</strong><br />The consultant will review a large, complex Excel-based underwriting model used for cash flow forecasting and investment decision support. The initial objective is to assess the model's structure and logic, stress-test its functionality, validate the accuracy of its outputs, and recommend the best approach for developing a cleaner, more efficient, and user-friendly solution.<br /><br /><strong>PROJECT SCOPE</strong><br /><ul><li>Review and gain a thorough understanding of the existing underwriting model, including its structure, assumptions, and calculation logic.</li><li>Test and validate the model to ensure accuracy, reliability, and overall performance.</li><li>Analyze investment cash flows, discounted cash flow models, property-level actuals, debt schedules, and fund-level projections.</li><li>Identify opportunities to simplify the model and improve usability, efficiency, and performance.</li><li>Based on the initial assessment, enhance the current model or support a full rebuild where needed.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into clear model logic and formula structures.</li></ul><br /><strong>REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS</strong><br /><ul><li>Strong finance background with solid understanding of investment and cash flow modeling beyond core accounting principles.</li><li>Hands-on experience with discounted cash flow analysis and key investment modeling concepts, including revenue, expenses, cash flow output, and debt.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, with strong command of formulas used to build and maintain complex cash flow models.</li><li>Ability to work confidently within large-scale models containing a high volume of calculations and interdependencies.</li><li>VBA or macro experience is not required.</li><li>Real estate or logistics modeling experience is a plus, but not essential for candidates with strong investment modeling fundamentals.</li><li>Strong requirements-gathering skills and the ability to translate business input into practical modeling solutions.</li><li>Japanese is nice to have, but not required.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><div class="--cK-597 "> </div><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>15 - 18 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013520288</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/TWl6dWhvLldhdGFuYWJlLjI0NDA3LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Global services company</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong> <br /> This role provides comprehensive accounting and finance support for the company's Japan subsidiary, helping ensure adherence to local statutory rules, US GAAP, and internal policies. Responsibilities include assisting with month-end/year-end close and reporting, safeguarding accurate accounting records, and handling core operational finance tasks such as billing, treasury management, tax matters, and audit coordination.<br /> The position also works closely with local and regional teams to provide timely, reliable financial data, support ongoing business activities, and help drive finance-related transformation efforts, system improvements, and process optimization projects.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Fluent Japanese and business level English</li><li>Nissho Boki 2nd Grade (or equivalent accounting qualification), or higher</li><li>Strong excel skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Growing company</li><li>Stable organization with career promotion opportunities</li><li>'Work from anywhere.' Full remote work possible with no rules about office attendance. Finance members only need to go into the office depending on business needs (typically this is 1 or 2 times a month). Philosophy is based on 'performance first'</li><li>Flex time with no core hours. Employees are able to work with full flexibility as long as they are working the 7.5 hours per day x 5 days a week (able to work longer hours and skip days with managers approval)</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>6 - 9 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013497002</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/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uMjAxNzMuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>An international FMCG company is seeking an interim FP&A professional to support its Japan business while permanent recruitment is underway. The role partners closely with local commercial leaders and regional stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Report to the Japan Finance Director and act as the primary finance business partner to commercial and leadership teams.</li><li>Lead annual budgeting, quarterly and monthly forecasting, and long-range planning.</li><li>Analyze business performance, variances, risks and opportunities, and present recommendations to management.</li><li>Support pricing, investment and resource-allocation decisions through financial modelling and ROI analysis.</li><li>Oversee key financial planning areas and drive improvements to FP&A processes, tools and reporting.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Strong FP&A, commercial finance and business-partnering capabilities.</li><li>Ability to independently create, analyze and interpret data to support business decisions.</li><li>Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, business planning and performance management.</li><li>Financial modelling, management presentation, Excel and PowerPoint skills.</li><li>Knowledge of accounting, financial controls, US GAAP and SOX.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Immediate-start assignment offered on a rolling two- to three-month basis, with possible extension.</li><li>Commercial finance role extending beyond corporate finance and routine P&L reporting.</li><li>Direct collaboration with local and regional leadership.</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> </p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013491959</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/aGFiaWJhaC5udXJ1bC4xNjg3NS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p> </p><p>Senior Accountant | Global Consumer Goods Company</p><p>Own the close. Drive accuracy. Partner globally.</p><p> </p><p>Our client, a well-established multinational consumer goods organization, is seeking a Senior Accountant to support and lead key accounting activities for its Japan business.</p><p> </p><p>This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a hands-on environment, managing the month-end close process, and collaborating with both local and international stakeholders. The successful candidate will leverage SAP to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities</li><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews</li><li>Support statutory and management reporting requirements</li><li>Utilize SAP to process transactions and improve accounting workflows</li><li>Coordinate with auditors and support annual audit activities</li><li>Assist with tax compliance and regulatory reporting</li><li>Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with regional and global finance teams</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of accounting experience</li><li>Strong hands-on experience in month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Experience using SAP in a corporate accounting environment</li><li>Solid understanding of financial accounting principles</li><li>Native-level Japanese and business-level English communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, international environment</li><li>Prior experience in a multinational company is preferred</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to join a globally recognized consumer products business</li><li>Broad exposure across accounting, reporting, and finance operations</li><li>International and collaborative working environment</li><li>High visibility within the finance organization</li><li>Strong potential for long-term career development and progression</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>6 - 8 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013536029</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/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjkyNDA0LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A rapidly growing global technology company is seeking a Group Controller - Senior Specialist to support financial reporting, disclosure, and internal control activities across its international operations. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with global subsidiaries and play a key role in building a scalable finance and reporting framework during an exciting growth phase.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead statutory disclosure and securities reporting activities, including preparation and review of annual securities reports and other regulatory filings.</li><li>Support consolidated accounting and financial reporting processes across multiple international entities.</li><li>Collaborate with external auditors and global subsidiaries to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.</li><li>Drive internal control initiatives, accounting policy development, and continuous improvement of reporting processes and governance frameworks.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing securities reports, consolidated financial statements, and internal control documentation.</li><li>CPA qualification, Bookkeeping Level 2 certification, or equivalent accounting knowledge and practical experience.</li><li>Native-level Japanese and business-level English for written communication with overseas stakeholders.</li><li>Experience working with international subsidiaries, global organizations, or cross-border finance teams is preferred.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Highly specialized role focused on securities reporting, consolidated accounting, disclosure, and internal controls.</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with global entities across North America, Europe, and Asia in a rapidly expanding international business.</li><li>Play a key role in building and enhancing a world-class group reporting and governance framework.</li><li>Excellent career path toward broader Group Controller, financial reporting, governance, and finance leadership responsibilities.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 13 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013527769</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/TmFsaXNhbGEuS2Fybi43NDA2Ny4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Large listed FMCG company.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Build financial models to evaluate pricing strategies, price increases, and promotion optimization, and work with commercial teams to assess business cases that maximize revenue and profitability</li><li>Provide financial support for pricing architecture, standardized pricing frameworks, and customer segmentation initiatives</li><li>Prepare monthly and quarterly variance analyses, project performance tracking, and management reports to support business decisions</li><li>Partner with commercial teams to develop and assess business cases for strategic initiatives, such as digital transformation and marketing investments, so that investments deliver the most value</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Fluent Japanese and business level English</li><li>Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in finance, including at least 2 years in FP&A and / or Commercial Finance</li><li>Solid understanding of accounting principles; CPA or equivalent qualification is an advantage, but not required</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business partnering skills, with the ability to translate financial insights into actionable recommendations</li><li>Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>Big 4 working experience is highly preferred</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Work for a global leader with a huge presence</li><li>Good work/life balance</li><li>Flex-time with no core hours and a predominantly remote work model (typically 1-2 office days per week, with no minimum in-office requirement)</li><li>Retirement allowance system (100% company-funded corporate DC pension plan), employee stock ownership plan, group insurance</li><li>Special leaves available including family and health leave available including menstrual, maternity, childcare, and nursing care leave</li><li>Reduced hours for childcare</li><li>Challenge leave available for 6 months to 3 years of leave for career advancement (degrees or specialized skills)</li><li>Welcome back system (re-employment)</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 13 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013526136</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uMzc2NTAuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A global leader in energy management and industrial automation.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial planning and analysis for commercial operations, turning insights into input for business strategy</li><li>Work with stakeholders to improve pricing, protect margins, and grow revenue</li><li>Advise on profitability, risk, and operational efficiency to support better decisions</li><li>Coach and mentor team members while running cross-functional projects that have a real impact on the business</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Fluent Japanese and business ~ high business English</li><li>Strong FPA / business controlling experience with a proven track record. Need to have very strong business partnering experience</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Ability to work in a fast paced environment</li><li>Oracle experience highly preferred</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Work for a globally recognized and awarded company in areas of sustainability</li><li>Company is experiencing double digit growth in Japan, and globally</li><li>High-impact role with visibility across commercial operations and senior leadership. Opportunity to shape strategy and influence key business decisions</li><li>Generous hybrid remote work system with no fixed days in the office. Typically Japan employees come to the office 2 - 3 times a week</li><li>Super flex time with shorter working hours, 7.5 working hours per day</li><li>Career promotion opportunities</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></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: 06940-0013514753</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/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uOTY0NzcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong><br /> <br /> A well-established multinational company with a significant presence in Japan is seeking an experienced finance professional to strengthen its Finance organization.</p><p>The company offers an international working environment where the Japan Finance team collaborates closely with regional and overseas stakeholders. The organization is currently strengthening its finance processes and reporting capabilities, creating an excellent opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement while developing broader financial expertise.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>The Role</strong><br /> </p><ul><li>As a Financial Controller, you will play a hands-on role across accounting, financial reporting, analysis, and month-end closing while supporting management and business stakeholders.</li><li>You will analyze financial data, prepare management reports, perform variance and trend analysis, support account reconciliations and closing activities, and ensure the accuracy of financial information. You will also contribute to process improvement, reporting efficiency, and automation initiatives.</li></ul><p><br /> <br /> <strong>Your Skills </strong><br /> </p><ul><li>Hands-on accounting or finance experience, including month-end closing</li><li>Fluent Japanese and Business-level English</li></ul><p><br /> <br /> <strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong><br /> </p><ul><li>Step-up opportunity into an Assistant Finance Manager-level position</li><li>Broad exposure across accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis</li><li>Work closely with regional and overseas Finance stakeholders</li><li>Develop ERP and data analysis capabilities</li><li>Contribute to finance process improvement and reporting automation</li><li>Take significant ownership of financial deliverables</li><li>Flexible working hours available</li></ul><p><br /> <br /> <strong>Location </strong><br /> <br /> Tokyo<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>Salary</strong><br /> <br /> 7 - 10 million yen<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Reference Number: 67040-0013485504<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <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><br /> </p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eXVzdWtlLmhhY2hpbm8uMzY3MDguMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><div><p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A global financial technology company transforming international payments and cross-border money movement through innovative digital solutions. The organization is expanding its presence in Japan and is focused on delivering seamless, customer-centric financial services to both individuals and businesses.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the company's expansion strategy and growth initiatives in the Japanese market.</li><li>Oversee regulatory and licensing activities required to support business growth.</li><li>Develop and manage strategic partnerships with banks, payment networks, and other financial institutions.</li><li>Identify new market opportunities and create strategies to accelerate business expansion.</li><li>Work cross-functionally with global teams to execute growth plans and optimize market performance.</li><li>Influence product development and capabilities for the Japan market through commercial and strategic insights.</li><li>Drive initiatives from concept through execution with a highly hands-on approach.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in business development, strategy, partnerships, fintech, payments, banking, or financial services.</li><li>Strong understanding of the Japanese financial services and payments landscape.</li><li>Experience working with regulatory, licensing, or compliance-related matters is highly desirable.</li><li>Proven ability to negotiate and manage strategic partnerships.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen and analytical problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities.</li><li>Business-level English and Japanese language skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the company's expansion in Japan.</li><li>High visibility with regional and global leadership teams.</li><li>Direct influence on business strategy, partnerships, and product direction.</li><li>Broad remit spanning market expansion, licensing, banking partnerships, and growth strategy.</li><li>Significant ownership and autonomy in a fast-growing international business environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>20 million yen</p><p><strong>Reference Number</strong></p><p>06940-0013522120</p></div><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/b3NrYXIudGFrZW5ha2EuMjgzNTQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Global transportation company with a small office in Central Tokyo.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the Business Unit, aligning plans with global business unit strategy and regional goals.</li><li>Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and key KPIs, conduct variance analyses, and develop action plans with business and regional stakeholders.</li><li>Partner with operations and commercial teams to improve profitability and cost efficiency.</li><li>Deliver timely, accurate financial reporting to global and regional finance, translating complex data into clear insights and ensuring consistency with group-wide standards.</li><li>Work with finance teams and leaders of legal entities across the region to align business unit objectives with entity-level operations, compliance, and statutory reporting within local legal frameworks.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to the Business Unit, supporting strategic initiatives such as market expansion, M&A, capital investments, and transformation projects through scenario modeling and investment appraisals.</li><li>Collaborate with global finance peers, regional colleagues, and local entity CFOs to share best practices and foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Fluent Japanese and business ~ high business level English (reporting to APAC HQ in English)</li><li>Financial planning and analysis and controlling experience, with a business partnering track record</li><li>Manufacturing industry experience nice to have, but not required</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Great exposure to APAC HQ as that's where this role will be reporting to</li><li>Work as a sole member for finance - #1 position in Japan finance</li><li>Generous company DC available</li><li>Flex time with core hours (10:00 - 16:00)</li><li>Hybrid remote work. Work from home 2 days per week</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></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: 06940-0013532480</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/QnJlbm5hLkh5YWt1bm8uNTk2NjEuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">