Financial Controlling, Accountant

2023-11-21 | po-021721

Company description

One of the biggest consulting firms in the world provides Assurance, Consulting, Tax, Strategy & Transactions and with presence in more than 150 countries.

Responsibilities

Accurate entry of documents into SAP for monthly and annual financial statements.
Overseeing accounts receivable and accounts payable, as well as preparing account details.
Journalizing labor costs (payroll calculations are outsourced).
Assisting in statutory financial statements and tax return filings.
Managing fixed assets using Fixed Assets Register (Koteishisan Bugyo).
Performing general administrative tasks, including filing, handling miscellaneous office work, and issuing payment slips.

Requirements

Approximately 5 years of practical accounting experience (with a minimum of about 2 years at a single company).
A minimum of 1 year of experience in English bookkeeping at a foreign corporation.
Proficiency in data processing and analysis, with a high frequency of use, along with advanced Excel skills. Must be detail-oriented to ensure accurate data analysis.
Business-level English proficiency (TOEIC 700 or above, with a focus on reading and writing). Must be able to communicate through English emails.
Knowledge equivalent to at least the 2nd level of the Japanese Bookkeeping Certificate (簿記2級程度) or higher.
Proficiency in English accounting, including familiarity with accounting terms and concepts in English.
Practical experience in using ERP financial software like Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, etc.
Experience in journalizing labor and social security costs.
Experience living abroad for an extended period.