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経理マネージャー/ Accounting Manager

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An international education organisation is looking for an Accounting Manager. The selected candidate will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, treasury, tax compliance, budgeting, and team management while ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting the school's financial objectives.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure accurate and complete accounting records in compliance with statutory requirements, accounting standards, and financial policies
  • Ensure compliance with school and group approval guides and policies
  • Conduct functional reviews of contracts and financial documents
  • Prepare timely and accurate financial reports, management accounts, statutory reports, cash flow forecasts, budgets, and forecasts
  • Review monthly account reconciliations and monitor long-term outstanding items
  • Develop, implement, and enhance internal control policies, financial systems, and standard operating procedures
  • Drive process improvements to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy in finance operations
  • Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and treasury functions
  • Oversee fixed asset management, including depreciation, disposals, and write-offs
  • Support departmental budget tracking and resolve financial issues
  • Perform treasury management and monitor financial positions
  • Manage tax compliance, tax planning, foreign exchange control matters, and tax declarations
  • Manage the financial aspects of construction and set-up projects, including cost reviews and payment processing

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting or Financial Management
  • 8-13 years of experience in accounting, financial controls, and treasury management
  • More than 3 years of experience in a managerial role
  • In-depth understanding of Japanese accounting principles, regulatory requirements, tax policies, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
  • Hands-on expertise in tax and foreign exchange control matters with government authorities
  • Experience with ERP or integrated accounting systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 and ISAMS
  • Possess a valid accountant qualification
  • Professional level Japanese and English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience in international audit firms
  • Possess a valid CPA or ACCA qualification

About the Company:

A renowned international education provider delivering world-class academic programmes within a global network of schools. The organisation promotes high standards of education, governance, and operational excellence in a multicultural environment.

Keywords:

経理マネージャー, 財務管理, 財務報告, 管理会計, 財務統制, 税務, 資金管理, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: WFF3QP

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Financial Accountant

Industry: Education and Training

Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: WFF3QP-CF2BE5E9

Date posted: 23 July 2026

Consultant: Shannon van Winssen

Phone number: +81345701638

shannon.vanwinssen@robertwalters.co.jp

Shannon van Winssen

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