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上級会計士/ Senior Accountant

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A global energy company is looking for a Senior Accountant. The selected candidate will lead accounting, closing, reporting, tax compliance, audit coordination, financial analysis, and process improvement across key finance operations. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee full-cycle accounting, including AR, AP, GL, journals, and bank reconciliations
  • Lead month-end and year-end closing with accurate financial statements and reconciliations
  • Manage group reporting, consolidation, intercompany transactions, and HQ reporting under IFRS
  • Oversee GST, corporate tax support, and compliance with local accounting and tax standards
  • Coordinate external audits and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures
  • Analyse cash flow and financial performance while supporting process improvement and automation

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above
  • 5-8 years of relevant experience in accounting and financial reporting
  • Experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Understanding of IFRS and JGAAP, as well as taxation, hedging, transfer pricing, and mark-to-market (MTM) accounting
  • Knowledge of consolidation and intercompany accounting
  • Proficient in MS Excel
  • Skilled n SAP or equivalent ERP systems
  • Possess valid accountant qualification (CCA, CA, CPA or equivalent)
  • Fluent level Japanese; business level English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience in trading, energy, or commodity-related environments

About the Company:

A global energy and services company focused on low-carbon power generation, energy infrastructure, and sustainable solutions, supporting businesses and communities in transitioning to a more sustainable future.

Keywords:

アカウンティング, ファイナンス, 経理, 財務, 会計, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: ETIUC3

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Accounts Payable / Receivable

Industry: Utilities

Salary: ¥11,000,000 - ¥16,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Native

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: ETIUC3-94AC0CD9

Date posted: 23 June 2026

Consultant: Ozgur Taskin