Company Overview
A company in the insurance and asset management industry is hiring for a Finance Manager position. This organization operates globally and delivers a wide range of products and services designed to protect customers from risk while supporting long-term financial stability. The Japan business plays a significant role within the global group, contributing substantially to life insurance operations and financial performance. The company fosters close collaboration across multiple group entities, providing an environment where finance professionals can influence strategic decisions and drive business value.
Job Description
Support the organization’s financial integrity and strategic decision-making through high-quality reporting, analysis, and cross-functional leadership.
Prepare timely and accurate IFRS, JGAAP, tax accounting, and CSRD reports, including financial statements, disclosures, and executive reports
Provide analytical insights and commentary to senior stakeholders, enabling clear understanding of financial results and business health
Identify risks and opportunities through financial and tax analysis, contributing to the enhancement of economic value
Develop accounting and financial solutions to optimize earnings, tax positions, and expenses within regulatory frameworks
Lead cross-functional initiatives across finance and other departments, including new product launches and organizational changes
Address internal and external issues proactively while supporting management in problem-solving
Foster a collaborative and motivating environment, supporting staff development, technical training, and diversity initiatives
Qualifications
Strong financial reporting and accounting expertise in IFRS and JGAAP
More than 8 years of experience in accounting and tax, including at least 7 years in financial reporting
Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English
Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP
Facilitation and project leadership skills
Bookkeeping certification at level 2 or higher
Preferred qualifications
Progress toward or completion of tax accountant examinations
CPA or USCPA certification
Benefits
Comprehensive social insurance
Retirement benefit system
Condolence payment system
Company housing program
Shortened working hours for pregnancy
Childcare and caregiving leave/time support
Employee insurance discounts
Financial savings plan and employee stock ownership plan
Employee benefit programs
Internal club activities
Employee Resource Groups supporting diversity and inclusion