Financial Planning & Analysis Manager/財務企画・分析マネージャー

Position Purpose / 職務の目的

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to manage and control financial information, supporting the achievement of the company’s financial goals and business development. This role will involve producing accurate financial data, reporting on a timely basis, and performing gap analyses between financial estimations, actual results, and forecasts. The FP&A Manager will actively communicate with key stakeholders and lead crucial financial processes including IFRS closing, budgeting, medium-term planning, and monitoring.

Direct Responsibilities:

• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis, including closing, budget preparation, and updates.

• Monitor and analyze company overhead expenditures and provide cost-benefit analysis.

• Forecast accurate financial overheads to align with business plans, new product launches, and new investments.

• Support the efficient and timely execution of capital injection and financial reporting.

• Produce any financial reports required by the Head Office, Regional Office, and Japan management.

• Implement and maintain procedures and guidelines for monitoring and reporting tools.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead and organize IFRS closing, budgeting exercises, and medium-term planning (MTP) processes across functions and departments.

• Validate business plans, IT investments, and financial projections from a financial cost perspective.

• Train and mentor team members through on-the-job training (OJT) and documentation, ensuring a strong backup system and smooth transitions.

Contributing Responsibilities:

• Support management and other departments in cost control and financial analysis.

• Actively participate in the implementation of the ongoing Medium-Term Plan.

Business Knowledge / 求められるビジネス知識

• Fundamental understanding of the insurance business in Japan.

• Previous experience in the insurance industry, particularly protection insurance, is a plus.

• Cross-functional expertise across various insurance business lines is beneficial.

Technical Experience / Competencies / 求められる技術的経験・コンピテンシー

• Background in financial control or accounting.

• Expertise in financial management within the insurance industry.

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.

Qualifications / 必要な資格

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Strong business communication skills in both English and Japanese (written and spoken).