Senior Finance Manager 

Senior Finance Manager 

Our client is a growing international mobility and logistics firm with an innovative portfolio services and solutions.

The role

The role will predominately (70%) focus on financial planning and analysis (FP&A) but also have oversight of strategic treasury initiatives, from an FP&A perspective and be on a regional finance panel which will analyse future local funding initiatives and pitches from banks (30%).

Financial planning & analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process and regular financial forecasting sessions, ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives of the business in Japan.

Performance management

• Analyse current and past financial data and performance, conducting variance analysis to compare budgeted figures against actuals, identifying reasons for variances and proposing corrective actions.
• Work with finance and non-finance teams (e.g. operations, marketing, etc.) to obtain necessary financial and non-financial data for analytics and decision-making process.
• Prepare monthly reports and quarterly board meeting materials for senior management, highlighting key financial performance indicators.
• Provide analytical support for strategic projects, including market analysis, business opportunities, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Lead or support projects that improves FP&A capabilities, including integration of data across the group and workflow automation.

Treasury strategy management

• Lead or assist Head of Finance in loan sourcing efforts and maintain credible banking relationships in Japan.
• Maintain requirements of financing arrangements such as loan covenants assessment of submission of periodical documents such as audited financials.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating financial risks and opportunities, contributing to the development of risk management strategies.
• Maintain consistent and accurate updates with Group Treasury team.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field. Local or internationally recognised professional certifications such as JICPA, ACCA, ICAEW would be preferred
• A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant management experience in financial planning and analysis role, including proven track record of leading budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes.
• Business level proficiency with both Japanese and English required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling.
• Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint with good presentation skills to present concise and clear reporting to stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically, with the ability to adapt to business needs and priorities.
• Experience in Treasury whilst not mandatory, a basic understanding of Treasury concepts would be preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners. Ability to influence and engage with finance and non-finance stakeholders within and out of Japan.