Finance Accounting Specialist, Japan (Japanese native level or N1 required)
Finance Accounting Specialist, Japan (Japanese native level or N1 required)
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09Position Description
This position is an integral part of Finance Controllership team supporting all business units & legal entities in Japan. This individual will be a key resource for the day-to-day general accounting for internal & external reporting including making minor decisions regarding accounting issues and will supervise 1 junior staff.
The candidate will also have an opportunity to contribute a full range of accounting & financial practices in the team such as maintaining financial records ensuring compliance with accounting policies and contributing to the overall financial process of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting:
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly and year end closing by preparing and reviewing journal entries using the accounting system Oracle.
- Prepare all financials (BS PL etc.) with a sufficient explanation.
- Provide financial analysis to support local management for any strategic decision-making.
Tax Filing Audits & Compliance Support:
- Lead completion of statutory audit and tax filling for national & local tax returns such as corporate tax consumption tax enterprise tax property tax and business office tax.
- Prepare/Review any regulatory reporting to authorities.
Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of financial policies and procedures.
Collaboration:
- Support any Global/APAC/Local finance projects roll out for Japan.
- Support Global teams for billing payments reimbursement cash reconciliation etc.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including Global & APAC Finance members.
Qualifications
- Language Ability: Must have both business level Japanese and English to interact with Japan and Global stakeholders.
- Communication: Speak with persons of various social cultural economic and educational background and discuss variety of job-related topics on short or no notice.
- Functional and Business Knowledge: Uses broader knowledge of financial principles and theories (CPA or CPTA holder has an advantage).
- Problem Solving: Solves a range of problems and analyses possible solutions using standard procedures.
- Minimum and Preferred Education: Bachelors level education.
- Minimum and Preferred Experience/Skills: 5 years experiences in Finance field (Accounting & Reporting).
- Team Player and must have ability to work in a diversified environment.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting system (Oracle experience would be an advantage)
Whats In It For You
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information imagination people technologythe right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Were constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity Discovery Partnership
At S&P Global we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status military veteran status unemployment status or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability please send an email to:and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only:The EEO is the Law Poster discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America) FINANC202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)
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