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財務部長/ Finance Director

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A global apparel company is seeking a Finance Director to oversee financial compliance, governance, business partnering and strategic financial planning. The successful candidate will drive financial performance, ensure regulatory compliance and support strategic decision-making. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

  • Establish finance governance frameworks and ensure compliance with statutory accounting, IFRS, tax and regulatory requirements
  • Oversee BPO service delivery, financial reporting quality, period-end closings, audits and statutory filings
  • Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors and regulatory authorities while addressing complex financial and compliance matters
  • Partner with commercial and operational leaders to guide strategic decisions on pricing, investments, market expansion and growth initiatives
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, mid-term planning, financial modelling and variance analysis to drive performance against targets
  • Develop business cases, deliver financial insights and implement initiatives to optimise cash flow, working capital and operational efficiency

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in finance, accounting, or related domain
  • Understanding of German statutory accounting, IFRS, tax, internal controls, audit and regulatory requirements
  • Professional level Japanese and English

Preferred requirements:

  • Possess valid professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or equivalent)

About the Company:

A global apparel company with over a thousand of stores worldwide and tens of thousands of employees. Founded in Europe over a century ago, this company is an excellent choice for those who wish to grow their career in a dynamic environment.

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: NHPOAW

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Financial Controller

Industry: Retail

Salary: ¥20,000,000 - ¥40,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Director

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: NHPOAW-38FE8CDE

Date posted: 19 October 2026

Consultant: Anthony Skedzielewski