Job Title
F&A Manager – Japan & South Korea
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Employment Type
Full-time, Local Contract
Reporting Line
Reports directly to General Manager, Japan
Dotted-line reporting to APAC Finance & Administration Director
Close collaboration with General Manager, South Korea
Start Date
ASAP
Company Overview
A global food manufacturer with a portfolio of internationally recognized consumer brands, operating in more than 100 countries worldwide. The organization combines a strong heritage with a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and long-term business growth, supported by a diverse and collaborative international workforce.
Job Purpose
The F&A Manager Japan & South Korea serves as the financial steward for the Japan and South Korea cluster, driving business performance management, financial governance, compliance, and strategic decision support.
The position partners closely with local leadership to provide financial insights, support commercial decision-making, and ensure adherence to corporate policies, accounting standards, tax regulations, and ethical business practices. The role oversees both business controlling and financial administration activities while supporting sustainable profitability and operational excellence across the cluster.
Key Accountabilities
Business & Financial Performance Leadership
Provide a comprehensive, data-driven view of business performance across customers, channels, and brands
Monitor financial and commercial performance against targets and identify key gaps and opportunities
Deliver profitability analysis, variance reporting, scenario modeling, and performance recommendations
Support informed business decisions through timely and accurate financial reporting
Monitor customer profitability and drive cross-functional improvement initiatives with Sales and Supply Chain teams
Recommend cost optimization and efficiency improvement opportunities
Strategic Partnership with Local Leadership
Act as a key business partner to local leadership teams
Support market strategy development, business model optimization, and organizational decision-making
Provide independent financial perspectives and challenge assumptions when appropriate
Identify growth opportunities and operational efficiencies
Support initiatives focused on maximizing profitability and resource effectiveness
Controlling Excellence & Process Harmonization
Ensure adoption of global finance processes, policies, and standards
Participate actively in forecasting, budgeting, business reviews, and demand planning activities
Support development and maintenance of financial dashboards and performance reporting tools
Ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance across controlling activities
Drive continuous improvement of finance processes and reporting methodologies
Administrative, Fiscal & Accounting Supervision
Oversee outsourced accounting providers and ensure accurate execution of accounting and treasury activities
Ensure compliance with local accounting, tax, and fiscal regulations
Manage relationships with tax authorities and external stakeholders
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting finance operations
Ensure timely statutory reporting under both IFRS and local accounting standards
Maintain strong internal controls and uphold high ethical and compliance standards
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or related functions
Strong experience in P&L management, profitability analysis, and financial planning
Experience working within multinational organizations preferred
Experience managing outsourced accounting service providers
Experience supporting business leaders with financial decision-making
Technical Skills
Financial reporting and analysis
Budgeting and forecasting
Profitability and variance analysis
Financial modeling
Business performance management
Compliance and statutory reporting
Internal controls and governance
Language Requirements
English: Fluent
Japanese: Preferred
Leadership Competencies
Strategic & Analytical
Ability to think holistically and connect financial insights across functions
Strong analytical capability with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Anticipates risks and opportunities while supporting business growth
Collaborative & Trust-Building
Builds strong relationships across functions and leadership levels
Works effectively within cross-functional and multicultural environments
Shares knowledge and supports collective decision-making
Accountable & Decisive
Takes ownership of outcomes and drives initiatives to completion
Demonstrates sound judgment and resilience in complex situations
Balances strategic priorities with operational execution
Growth-Minded & Courageous
Challenges existing approaches and embraces change
Brings forward innovative ideas and continuous improvement initiatives
Supports transformation and business evolution
Ethical & Integrity-Focused
Demonstrates the highest standards of professional integrity
Ensures compliance with financial, legal, and corporate governance requirements
Promotes responsible and ethical business practices
Additional Information
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Employment Type: Local Contract
Start Date: ASAP
Candidates must have valid work authorization in Japan
Ideal Candidate Profile
Finance leader with strong business partnering capabilities
Experienced in multinational consumer goods, food manufacturing, or FMCG environments
Comfortable balancing strategic finance responsibilities with hands-on operational oversight
Strong communicator capable of influencing stakeholders across multiple functions and countries
Driven by continuous improvement, accountability, and long-term business value creation