Manager in Accounting Advisory Services team, Global Finance

1. Supporting research and analysis for global accounting and policy support for Regional and Business Unit finance partners and other functions
2. Supporting global accounting policies and developing adequate training throughout organization to ensure consistent policy application
3. Maintaining streamlined processes throughout organization to provide adequate oversight of key accounting judgments and ensure consistent policy application
4. Supporting efforts to implement new accounting standards
5. Providing assistance to auditors on accounting and reporting issues
6. Other special projects (i.e. valuations for business acquisitions, divestiture accounting matters, etc.)

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

1. BA/BS Degree
2. CPA (or equivalent)
3. Minimum of 5 - 8 years accounting/finance experience
4. Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to persuasively convey critical elements of complex issues in Japanese and English
5. Experience identifying and implementing process improvements affecting other stakeholders
6. Experience working with all levels and disciplines of people within a large organization
7. Strong ability to analyze and understand large amounts of data
8. Excellent systems skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience of involving in Pharmaceutical Industry under IFRS
2. System skill (SAP)

Key Skills and Competencies:

1. Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
2. Detail orientation with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
3. Ability to work in a team-based environment as both a leader and a contributor
4. Must have demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to translate numbers and processes into meaningful conclusions and action plans.
5. Ability to work and influence others within a matrix organization
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed.  Must have the ability to interact with all levels throughout the Company.
7. Self-starter with the ability to lead strategic cross-functional initiatives.
8. Highly energetic, creative and enthusiastic.