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Let our industry specialists listen to your aspirations and present your story to the organisations in Japan that fit you the best as we collaborate to write the next chapter of your successful career.

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Financial Analysis Jobs

We recruit accounting and finance jobs for both permanent and contract accounting professionals in Japan, with a focus on key business hubs like Tokyo and Osaka. We have well-established relationships across the commerce and industry sector, including multinational companies, large corporate businesses, and small-to-medium enterprises. We also recruit for the public sector. Our diverse range of roles is ideal for professionals living in Japan with business-level or higher Japanese language capabilities.

Jobs

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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥7,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 30 June 2026

日系宇宙ベンチャー企業にて、財務アシスタントの募集です。会社の経営判断をサポートするためのデータ作成、予実分析業務等をご担当いただきます。事業会社での財務、または経理経験をお持ちの方は歓迎いたします。
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Salary: ¥13,000,000 - ¥20,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 30 June 2026

A global specialised collectables company is seeking a Finance & Strategy Manager. The selected candidate will drive strategic financial analysis, business planning, forecasting, and cross-functional decision-making to support long-term business growth. This is a hybrid setup role.
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 30 June 2026

A multinational eye care and medical device company is looking for a Pricing Analyst. The selected candidate will analyse pricing and commercial performance, support pricing strategy implementation, and provide data-driven insights to optimise revenue and profitability across the Japan business.
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 27 June 2026

A renowned luxury goods company is looking for a Finance Analyst. The selected candidate will drive financial planning, reporting, and performance analysis to support strategic business decisions. This is a hybrid role.
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 25 June 2026

外資系アパレルブランドにてFP&A部門マネージャーの募集です。LRP(長期経営計画)事業計画の策定やKPI策定・定点観測、予算と実績の差異分析および改善提案などを行っていただきます。在宅勤務が可能です。
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 25 June 2026

外資系情報・データ分析サービス企業にてFP&Aマネージャーの募集です。当社のあらゆる側面・階層において、法令や規制の遵守を徹底するとともに、コンプライアンスに関する助言・指導などを行っていただきます。在宅勤務が可能なポジションです。
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 24 June 2026

外資系アパレルブランドにてFP&Aアナリスト・マネージャーの募集です。売上・在庫・仕入れ・物流コスト・販管費など、業界特有の財務データを分析し、売上の成長と利益最大化を支える役割を担っていただきます。在宅勤務が可能です。
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 24 June 2026

An international entertainment company is looking for a Senior Royalties Analyst. The selected candidate will manage royalty reporting, contractual calculations, financial statements, compliance activities, system improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to support licensing and co-production agreements.
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 23 June 2026

An international engineering and technical services organisation is seeking a Finance Specialist. The selected candidate will manage end-to-end financial operations including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, payroll, and tax compliance while supporting global finance collaboration.
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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 22 June 2026

A global medical equipment manufacturing company is looking for an IT Finance Analyst. The selected candidate will support IT budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, cost optimisation, and governance for the Global IT organisation. This is a hybrid role.

FAQs

  • What are the current trends in Japan’s accounting and finance job market?

    The demand for accounting and finance professionals with IT skills is increasing as companies advance in digital transformation, automate processes, and adopt cloud-based systems. Expertise in IFRS compliance, internal controls, and governance is becoming more important, particularly in global organizations. There is also growing interest in strategic finance roles, including financial planning with a management perspective.
  • Which accounting and finance roles are in demand in Japan right now?

    High-demand roles include Accounting Managers, FP&A professionals, Tax Specialists, and Consolidation Accountants. Bilingual talent capable of preparing reports in English and working within global accounting standards is especially sought after by listed and foreign-affiliated companies. CPAs and Certified Tax Accountants also continue to be highly valued.
  • Which certifications are important for accounting and finance positions in Japan?

    Key certifications include the Nissho Bookkeeping (Level 2 and 1), USCPA, JICPA, and Certified Tax Accountant. These demonstrate expertise in accounting, finance, and international reporting standards. For roles involving communication with local teams, clients, or regulatory bodies, a JLPT N2 or N1 is typically required, particularly in domestic firms or bilingual roles involving Japanese documentation and reporting.
  • What’s the average salary for accounting and finance professionals in Japan?

    Salaries for accounting and finance professionals typically range from ¥4M to ¥15M annually. Entry-level roles earn around ¥4M–¥6M, mid-level professionals average ¥6M–¥8M, and managers typically earn ¥8M–¥12M. Senior finance leaders such as CFOs can earn ¥12M–¥15M or more. Compensation is generally higher in Tokyo and Osaka, where many listed and foreign companies are headquartered. Download our free Salary Survey Guide to explore up-to-date insights on compensation and hiring trends across Japan’s finance and accounting sector.