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財務部長/ Finance Director

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A multinational medical device company is seeking a Finance Director. The selected candidate will drive financial strategy, oversee financial operations, support business growth, improve operational efficiency, and provide strategic financial leadership for the Japan business.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage all financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, tax, treasury and reporting
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and compliance with relevant regulations and standards
  • Lead the preparation and presentation of financial reports to the executive team and Board of Directors
  • Drive the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Support the development of operational strategies that align with financial goals and drive cost savings
  • Monitor and manage the financial impact of business operations, including supply chain, production, and inventory management
  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions and growth initiatives
  • Evaluate and manage financial, operational, and market risks to safeguard company assets and interests
  • Serve as a key advisor to the VP Finance APAC & Japan and the Japan executive team on financial, business and operations matters
  • Lead and mentor the Japan finance team, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  • Represent the finance function in executive meetings and contribute to the overall leadership and direction of the company

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
  • More than 8 years of experience in finance
  • More than 3 years of experience in a senior leadership role
  • Proven experience in the medical device, capital or healthcare industry, particularly in Aesthetic and/or Vision markets
  • Strong knowledge of financial planning, analysis, and reporting
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and IFRS
  • Experience in operations management and driving operational efficiencies
  • Professional level Japanese and English

Preferred requirements:

  • Possess a valid MBA or CPA qualification

About the Company:

A recognised organisation operating in the medical device and healthcare industry. The company delivers innovative solutions and supports business growth through strong operational and financial leadership.

Keywords:

財務管理, 財務戦略, 財務分析, 予算管理, 経営企画, 経営管理, 事業戦略, リスク管理, 医療機器, ヘルスケア, オペレーション管理, リーダーシップ, エグゼクティブマネジメント, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: M1ZJH4

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Financial Accountant

Industry: Medical and Nursing

Salary: ¥14,000,000 - ¥16,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: M1ZJH4-C00B2FC8

Date posted: 31 July 2026

Consultant: Adrian Swinney