Financial Controller, Japan
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14 hours ago
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Job Summary
Work Schedule
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OfficeJob Description
At Thermo Fisher Scientific our Finance teams are important to our business and functional teams to make educated sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis Tax Treasury Financial Reporting Audit Investor Relations Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence providing significant opportunities to develop outstanding career experiences and perspectives.
How you will make an impact:
Our Japan operations is a $1B business we support a broad portfolio spanning life sciences diagnostics analytical instruments laboratory products and specialty services. We are driven by innovation collaboration and operational excellence to help our customers to make the world healthier cleaner & safer.
If you have a passion for financial accuracy and timeliness across a global multi-faceted organization Thermo Fisher Scientifics Accounting and Controllership function is the team for you. With a keen understanding of laws regulations and compliance as well as reporting requirements consistent with USGAAP this team uses innovative financial systems and controls data security and robust processes to protect the companys assets and support its short- and long-term growth on a global scale. From technical accounting to budgeting and forecasting to planning and reporting you will build relationships with internal and external audit teams as well as key business partners to drive sophisticated business decisions. You will have an opportunity to build strong organizational alliances to understand and mitigate risk as well as capture opportunities and provide valuable support to all business partners.
Seeking a proficient finance team member who provide finance accounting and compliance for our Japan business. The successful candidate will lead a finance and accounting team of 30 members and implement accounting controls and compliance procedures to ensure timely and accurate financial addition the position holder will provide technical accounting mentorship identify and recommend operational and compliance related improvement opportunities and support leadership in achieving of business objectives.
What you will do:
Evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of accounting processes; recommend and implement changes to policies and processes to strengthen control environment
Design implement and monitor processes controls and systems
Ensure compliance with Japan & U.S. GAAP Sarbanes-Oxley requirements company policy approval authority matrix and standard operating procedure
Apply knowledge and provide mentorship on sophisticated financial accounting transactions
Verify accuracy and completeness of financial documents and supplementary reporting with accounting procedures and controls and through balance sheet reviews
Lead fulfillment of internal and external audit requirements
Partner in formulation of solutions to operational issues beyond finance department
Drive continuous improvement and uses systems to increase controls and efficiencies
Ensures effective data security and controls within ERP financial systems and data flows
Exercise sound data stewardship - following data policies (retention privacy security) and detailing procedures
How you will get here:
Requirements
Degree in Finance Accounting or related field; CPA or CA qualification strongly preferred
10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and Japan accounting standards and regulations
Strong understanding of financial management reporting internal controls and compliance
Proficient in both English & Japanese verbal and written communication skills
Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing finance teams
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and cross-functional teams
Experience working in a global matrix organization preferred
Proficiency in ERP (SAP Oracle E1) systems financial modeling and data analytics tools
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- IFRS
- Sage
- Regulatory Reporting
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Budgeting
- ERP Systems
- Financial Management
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