Job Description & Requirements

We are looking for a hands-on and experienced Assistant Finance Controller / Finance Controller to join us. The successful candidate will take ownership of critical finance and operational activities, ensuring continuity, strong internal controls, and compliance with local and corporate standards. The incumbent needs to know Japanese as he/she will be handling the finance tasks for Japan, need to read Japanese, understand Japanese, interpret the Japanese language on tax documents for example.

Governance & Compliance:

• Lead risk management and strengthen internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and corporate standards.
• Coordinate audits and liaise with central and regulatory teams.

Credit & Customer Management:

• Manage receivables, resolve disputes, and maintain healthy cash flow.
• Support customer escalations including delivery, payment, warranty, and contractual issues.
• Oversee credit approvals and monitor overdue accounts.

Purchasing & Contract Support:

• Manage purchasing for regions without dedicated staff.
• Handle Local-for-Local transactions, demo goods, and indirect purchasing.
• Support pricing, contract review, and partner discount administration in SAP.

Reporting & Analytics:

• Prepare monthly performance, POS, and ad-hoc sales reports.
• Handle external reporting for regulators, customers, and authorities.

Cost & Financial Control:

• Lead cost center activities including month-end, year-end close, business planning, and financial controlling.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and manage intercompany charges.

Legal Entity & Treasury Management:

• Manage transfer pricing, audits, leasing, and GAAP/IFRS reporting.
• Serve as the main interface for BPO partners.
• Oversee treasury operations and liquidity management.

Requirement

• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  Minimum 5 years of experience in finance accounting, or sales operations, with a strong understanding of financial controls and compliance.
  
  The incumbent needs to know Japanese as he/she will be handling the finance tasks for Japan, need to read Japanese, understand Japanese, interpret the Japanese language on tax documents for example.

Interested applicants may email resume to [email protected]

Chooi Kelly (CEI Registration No: R25136207)

Recruit Express Pte Ltd (EA: 99C4599)

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