会計士/ Accountant

A foreign chemical manufacturer is searching for an Accountant. The chosen applicant will be responsible for accounts receivable, fixed asset accounting, and related financial operations to support cash flow, compliance, and accurate reporting. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of accounts receivable, including accounting, customer receipt application, and account clearing
• Prepare and distribute account statements as required
• Collaborate with credit agencies to obtain and review credit reports
• Conduct comprehensive customer credit assessments and manage order release processes
• Prepare AR aging reports, and follow up on and resolve outstanding items promptly
• Partner with the sales team to address and resolve long-outstanding receivables
• Provide guidance and occasional support to outsourcing partners for validating and processing payment invoices
• Assist in resolving payment invoice issues with outsourcing partners
• Oversee and support travel and entertainment expense (Concur) audits and processing
• Act as a subject matter expert on policies, including T&E, providing guidance to internal stakeholders
• Oversee all aspects of fixed asset accounting, including asset capitalisation, depreciation, and disposals
• Ensure timely and accurate property tax filings
• Monitor and manage cash flow activities
• Analyse operating expenses and provide variance explanations
• Prepare timely and accurate financial management reports for leadership
• Perform month-end closing activities and account reconciliations
• Ensure strict adherence to the company’s policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in accounting, finance, business, or a related field
• More than 10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles (international environment is preferred)
• Hands-on experience with SAP or other major ERP platforms in an accounting or finance role
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional level written and verbal Japanese and English

Preferred Requirements:

• Accounting certifications or relevant vocational training
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles; familiarity with Japan and US GAAP

About the Company:

This is a renowned global leader within the chemical manufacturing industry. The organisation specialises in providing innovative solutions for the coatings and speciality chemicals markets worldwide.

Keywords:

会計, 財務, 化学, 製造業, 外資系

Job Ref: D1LA6T