Position: Finance & Accounting Specialist
Industry: Marketing / Advertising / Media
Location: Minato-ku, Tokyo (Nearest Station: Aoyama 1-chome)
Employment Type: Full-time (Trial Period: 6 months)
About the Company
This position is within a global marketing group known for its data-driven approach to advertising and communications. The company delivers integrated media and technology solutions, working with a wide range of clients to optimize marketing outcomes using performance data and insights.
Job Overview
We are seeking a finance professional to support core accounting and financial operations in line with international accounting standards and internal company policies. The successful candidate will handle financial reporting, audits, compliance, and support process improvement initiatives across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Perform monthly and quarterly closing procedures in compliance with US GAAP and internal corporate policies
Review key financial accounts to ensure adherence to global accounting standards
Manage job/project accounting, handle financial irregularities, and ensure proper reporting
Support internal and external audits, including compliance reviews and client-related audits
Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes in collaboration with internal stakeholders
Respond to various financial inquiries and fulfill reporting requirements as needed
Participate in ad-hoc financial projects with cross-functional teams
Qualifications
Required:
5+ years of professional experience in finance, accounting, or controlling
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced level)
Interest in or familiarity with the advertising or media industry
Ability to meet deadlines and independently solve problems
Willingness to continuously learn and stay updated on financial regulations
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Native-level Japanese and business-level English (especially written communication with overseas offices)
Preferred:
Work experience in the marketing/communications industry or at an audit firm
Knowledge or certification in US GAAP, IFRS, or JGAAP
CPA or equivalent qualification
Work Conditions & Benefits
Working Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM (1-hour break), flextime available
Insurance & Benefits:
Health insurance
Retirement pension system
Discounted babysitter services
Employee benefit program
Resort and meal subsidies
Leave & Holidays:
Two-day weekends (Saturday and Sunday)
National holidays
New Year break (Dec 30 – Jan 4)
Annual paid leave (15+ days depending on tenure)
Summer leave (up to 5 days)
Special and long-service leave
Volunteer leave
Childcare and nursing care leave
Selection Process
Document Screening
Two Interviews (including at least one in person at the Tokyo office)
Online Aptitude Test