Finance Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Compliance

  • Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and J‑GAAP.
  • Ensure timely and accurate consolidation reporting for both US and Japan headquarters.
  • Oversee and strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
  • Coordinate annual audits with external auditors.

  Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Analyze variances and provide actionable insights to management.
  • Develop financial models to support planning and decision‑making.

  Treasury & Cash Management

  • Oversee cash flow forecasting and liquidity management.
  • Manage banking activities and optimize cash operations.

  Tax Management

  • Oversee corporate tax, consumption tax, and other local statutory tax filings.
  • Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax returns and compliance.
  • Support transfer pricing documentation, intercompany transactions, and compliance with international tax regulations.
  • Monitor tax-related changes and provide recommendations to mitigate tax risks.
  Manage tax provisions and reconciliations as part of monthly and annual closing processes.

Keys to Success

• Requires in-depth knowledge and experience
• Requires conceptual and practical expertise in own area and general knowledge of related areas
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate the company in the market

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage and support a small team (multiple direct reports) 
• Act as a resource for other team members; may lead projects with limited risks and resource requirements 
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience 

Requirements and Preferred Skills

• Required

  • Strong accounting experience in manufacturing (minimum 5 years).
  • Solid foundation in financial accounting, including month-end closing and statutory reporting.
  • Basic to intermediate tax knowledge (corporate tax, consumption tax, withholding tax, transfer pricing).
  • 5+ years of combined experience in finance, accounting, or audit.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
  • Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
  • Team leadership or supervisory experience.

  Preferred

  • Experience leading and developing small teams.
  • Experience in cost improvement initiatives or manufacturing transformation projects.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Ability to operate effectively in a cross‑cultural environment.