Finance & Accounting Manager- Tokyo

Shanghai BSF Human Resources Co., Ltd

Job Location:

Tokyo - Japan

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 08-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job brief

Our client is a reputable player in the cross-border education industry focusing on delivering customized academic planning study-abroad consulting and localized learning support for students pursuing educational opportunities between China and Japan. With a solid foothold in both markets it has built a stable business framework and earned trust for its high-quality services. As the company advances toward standardized operations there is an urgent need for a seasoned Finance and Accounting Manager to streamline finance and accounting processes ensure compliance with Japanese financial regulations and lay a solid financial foundation for its future growth.

Responsibilities

Manage daily cash management operations: Oversee the review and execution of payment processes ensure the security and accuracy of fund flows and maintain detailed records of cash transactions.
Conduct financial document verification: Review all expense and income vouchers verify the accuracy compliance with Japanese financial standards and timeliness of accounting treatments and ensure the integrity of the accounting system.
Serve as the primary liaison with external tax accountants: Proactively coordinate with tax professionals to provide required financial data contracts and supporting documents assist in completing monthly/quarterly/annual tax filings and annual financial audits and follow up on audit findings to ensure timely resolution.
Support financial process optimization: Collaborate with internal teams to map and refine Tokyo-specific financial workflows identify potential risks in existing processes propose improvement solutions and contribute to the establishment and enhancement of the companys internal control system.
Drive financial compliance: Maintain a strong awareness of listed company financial compliance requirements participate in drafting financial compliance policies and ensure daily financial operations align with these standards to support the companys future compliance-oriented development.
Assist in financial reporting: Compile and analyze financial data on a regular basis provide concise financial summaries for management decision-making and support the preparation of consolidated financial statements when needed.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in finance or accounting with hands-on experience in Japanese local financial operations being highly preferred. Experience in cross-border enterprises or the education industry is a plus.
In-depth knowledge of Japanese tax systems and Japanese Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (J-GAAP); proven ability to independently communicate and collaborate with tax accountants to complete tax filing and audit-related tasks.
Familiarity with financial reporting standards internal control frameworks and relevant compliance requirements for listed companies); understanding of pre-listing financial preparation processes is an advantage.
Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.
Strong attention to detail and sense of responsibility; excellent communication and coordination skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and convey financial requirements clearly.
Fluency in both Chinese and Japanese (written and spoken) is preferred.
Masters degree or higher from a well-known Japanese university is preferred.

Job brief Our client is a reputable player in the cross-border education industry focusing on delivering customized academic planning study-abroad consulting and localized learning support for students pursuing educational opportunities between China and Japan. With a solid foothold in both markets ...

Job brief

Responsibilities

Manage daily cash management operations: Oversee the review and execution of payment processes ensure the security and accuracy of fund flows and maintain detailed records of cash transactions.
Conduct financial document verification: Review all expense and income vouchers verify the accuracy compliance with Japanese financial standards and timeliness of accounting treatments and ensure the integrity of the accounting system.
Serve as the primary liaison with external tax accountants: Proactively coordinate with tax professionals to provide required financial data contracts and supporting documents assist in completing monthly/quarterly/annual tax filings and annual financial audits and follow up on audit findings to ensure timely resolution.
Support financial process optimization: Collaborate with internal teams to map and refine Tokyo-specific financial workflows identify potential risks in existing processes propose improvement solutions and contribute to the establishment and enhancement of the companys internal control system.
Drive financial compliance: Maintain a strong awareness of listed company financial compliance requirements participate in drafting financial compliance policies and ensure daily financial operations align with these standards to support the companys future compliance-oriented development.
Assist in financial reporting: Compile and analyze financial data on a regular basis provide concise financial summaries for management decision-making and support the preparation of consolidated financial statements when needed.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in finance or accounting with hands-on experience in Japanese local financial operations being highly preferred. Experience in cross-border enterprises or the education industry is a plus.
In-depth knowledge of Japanese tax systems and Japanese Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (J-GAAP); proven ability to independently communicate and collaborate with tax accountants to complete tax filing and audit-related tasks.
Familiarity with financial reporting standards internal control frameworks and relevant compliance requirements for listed companies); understanding of pre-listing financial preparation processes is an advantage.
Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.
Strong attention to detail and sense of responsibility; excellent communication and coordination skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and convey financial requirements clearly.
Fluency in both Chinese and Japanese (written and spoken) is preferred.
Masters degree or higher from a well-known Japanese university is preferred.