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Job ID : 1523949 Date Updated : February 27th, 2025
Finance Manager in apparel

Finance Manager for a global renown apparel brand!

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 10 million yen ~ 15 million yen

Job Description

Our client is looking for a dedicated experienced Finance Manager, who can support the creation of all structures in the new created Finance team. The successful candidate will have a background in accounting and finance within the FMCG/Retail or similar industry, and will be proficient in both English and Japanese.

Client Details

Our client is a large international organization in the apparel industry. This globally recognized company is known for its diverse, forward-thinking workforce and its commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Description

  • Lead the finance team and oversee all financial aspects of the company
  • Conduct financial planning & analysis (FP&A), like budget planning and forecasting vs. actuals.
  • Ensure compliance to local GAAP standards
  • Prepare and present monthly and annual financial statements
  • Drive the consolidation for audit process
  • Work closely with the leadership team inside Japan and the oversea HQ to develop financial strategies
  • Maintain regular communication with stakeholders in English and Japanese
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and overall financial performance

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary worth the job scope and title
  • A comprehensive benefits package including bonus, full insurance coverage, and retirement package
  • Exclusive company discounts on high quality products
  • A very special and rare opportunity to create the structures and teams of the finance department from zero

We encourage all qualified candidates who are ready to take their career to the next level to apply for this exciting opportunity in Tokyo!

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Saki Kanematsu at +81 3 6832 8904.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level No experience
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Fluent
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

A successful Finance Manager should have:

  • A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
  • Proficiency in English and Japanese
  • Experience in the FMCG/Retail or similar industry highly appreciated, but not must have
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Familiarity with J-GAAP standards and financial consolidation for audit
  • Experience in creating monthly and annual financial statements

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 10 million yen ~ 15 million yen
Work Hours Flex Time: Core Time 11-15, 2 days WFH
Industry Retail

Job Category

  • Accounting and Finance > Accounting