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ファンド経理/ Fund Accounting

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An international investment management company is looking for a Fund Accounting professional. The selected candidate will oversee fund accounting operations, ensure accurate reporting, manage audits, and drive process improvements while supporting regulatory compliance and operational risk management. This is a hybrid setup and a long-term direct contract role.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee fund accounting operations including coordination with offshore teams
  • Handle back office administrative work for distributors
  • Support fund setup, closure, and repurposing activities
  • Lead fund audits and reviews while maintaining relationships with auditors
  • Resolve issues arising from daily NAV calculation and reporting
  • Participate as a business analyst in global initiatives and key projects
  • Analyse regulatory changes and assess operational impact and process updates
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance business operations
  • Act as a technical contact with vendors and conduct service reviews
  • Support documentation for BCP procedures and fund suspension processes
  • Assist in BCP planning, maintenance, and disaster recovery testing
  • Monitor operational risk and ensure proper reporting in line with company standards
  • Escalate issues to senior management and global stakeholders as required
  • Support the Head of Fund Accounting Japan in maintaining stable operations
  • Prepare board reporting and key performance metric reporting

Requirements:

  • Experience in Japanese investment trust fund accounting within a Trust Bank or Asset Management firm
  • Extensive knowledge of investment trust accounting, financial reporting, and relevant regulations
  • Professional level Japanese; business level English

About the Company:

A global investment management firm providing asset management and fund services across international markets. The organisation is recognised for its strong operational capabilities and commitment to delivering high-quality financial services.

Keywords:

ファンド会計, 投資信託, NAV計算, 財務報告, 資産運用, オペレーション管理, リスク管理, 規制対応, 業務改善, バックオフィス, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: R02389

Contract Type: Contract / Haken

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Financial Accountant

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: R02389-17D75C93

Date posted: 17 July 2026

Consultant: Fuki Iwasaki