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財務コントローラー/ Finance Controller

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A renowned energy company is looking for a Finance Controller. The selected candidate will oversee financial reporting, cash flow, compliance, and internal controls across multiple jurisdictions. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes across all group entities including project SPVs
  • Prepare and review financial statements ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
  • Strengthen internal accounting policies, controls, and systems to support scalable growth
  • Support external audits
  • Report financials to shareholders and internal management
  • Handle tax filings and coordinate with tax advisors
  • Oversee cash flow, liquidity management, and controls
  • Manage internal accounting team and external providers for management and statutory accounts
  • Prepare regular internal reporting of financial metrics for board level across operating entities and project SPVs
  • Manage relationships with deposit banks
  • Implement cashflow projections and financial forecast reporting
  • Support board matters including drafting minutes and board/shareholder resolutions
  • Oversee shareholder reporting including quarterly board reporting, annual budgets, business plans, and fund flows

Requirements:

  • More than 7 years of experience in finance and accounting
  • Experience working with multinational teams
  • Experience working with institutional investors or financial sponsors
  • Experience with Japanese GAAP and IFRS
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and multi-entity structures
  • Ability to manage teams across multiple locations
  • Native level Japanese; business level English

Preferred Requirements:

  • Regional exposure to APAC jurisdictions such as Taiwan, Korea, or Australia
  • Possess valid Accounting certifications (CPA, Tax Accountant, ACCA, etc.)

About the Company:

The company provides a wide variety of services in the solar power industry ranging from engineering to consulting. Its success has allowed it to operate across multiple continents.

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: M2KVE1

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Financial Controller

Industry: Utilities

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥16,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Native

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: M2KVE1-9A67D49A

Date posted: 19 April 2026

Consultant: Stephan Dasse