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Salary: Negotiable based on experience
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 15 May 2026
A multinational healthcare and life sciences organisation is seeking an AP Accountant. The selected candidate will manage invoice processing, employee expense claims, payment activities, and accounting compliance within an international environment while supporting process improvements and system initiatives. This is a temp-to-perm role.
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Salary: ¥4,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 15 May 2026
エネルギーのトレーディングを行う企業にて財務アナリストの募集です。主にキャッシュフロー予測の作成および報告、トレジャリーパフォーマンスを向上させるための提言などを担っていただきます。最小限の監督下で自立して業務を遂行できる方からのご応募をお待ちしております。
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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 15 May 2026
An international data centre services company is looking for a Finance Manager. The selected candidate will manage financial operations for growing business projects, provide business partnering support, and oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities.
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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 15 May 2026
A global consumer healthcare and nutrition company is looking for a Financial Accounting Analyst. The selected candidate will manage core accounting operations, support financial reporting activities, and contribute to finance transformation and compliance initiatives. This is a hybrid setup role.
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Salary: ¥11,000,000 - ¥13,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 15 May 2026
A multinational consumer healthcare and nutrition company is looking for an FP&A Manager. The selected candidate will lead financial planning and analysis activities, provide strategic insights, and partner with key business functions to drive profitability and operational efficiency. This is a hybrid setup role.
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Salary: ¥15,000,000 - ¥18,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 15 May 2026
A multinational beauty and consumer goods company is looking for a Financial Control Senior Manager. The selected candidate will lead accounting, audit, tax, treasury, budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, and ERP-related initiatives while managing cross-functional financial operations. This is a hybrid setup role.
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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥13,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 14 May 2026
A global technology firm is looking for a Financial Controller. The selected candidate will oversee financial reporting, statutory compliance, taxation, and cash operations while managing key stakeholder relationships.
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Salary: Negotiable based on experience
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 14 May 2026
A global automotive manufacturing company is looking for an Interim AP Accountant. The selected candidate will support financial reporting, accounts payable closing activities, budgeting processes, and management reporting in a fast-paced contract environment. This is a haken role.
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Salary: ¥6,500,000 - ¥9,500,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 14 May 2026
投資・資産運用事業会社にて内部監査担当の募集です。監査プログラム策定や監査報告作成など、事業ポートフォリオに係る管理態勢をカバーする内部監査業務を幅広くご担当いただきます。金融業界における監査経験をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。
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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 14 May 2026
A consulting and accounting services company is looking for a Staff Accountant. The selected candidate will manage full-cycle accounting operations, support payroll processes, and respond to accounting-related client inquiries.
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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.