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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.
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥7,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 30 September 2026
A global marketing agency is looking for a Financial Analyst. The chosen applicant will support financial reporting, analysis, forecasting, and budgeting activities, providing insights to support effective business decision-making.
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Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥20,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 30 September 2026
A global energy and commodities trading company is looking for an Internal Control Senior Manager. The successful candidate will evaluate, design and embed controls, drive process improvements, manage risk and incidents, support audits and J-SOX reporting, and guide the internal control team.
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 30 September 2026
A global sports equipment manufacturer is looking for a Finance AP Assistant Manager. The chosen candidate will oversee accounts payable operations, ensuring invoice processing, payment execution, and compliance with internal controls and company policies.
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Salary: Negotiable based on experience
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 30 September 2026
A renowned international real estate investment company is looking for an Accounting & Administration professional. The selected candidate will manage daily accounting, payments, payroll, tax support, corporate administration, and financial reporting. This is a contract role.
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 30 September 2026
An international eCommerce company is looking for a Senior Accountant. The selected candidate will oversee accounting operations, payments, tax matters, reporting, closing, audits and team supervision.
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 29 September 2026
A global banking organisation is looking for a Treasury professional (Funding and Liquidity Risk Management). The selected candidate will manage branch liquidity, market risk, ALM reporting, middle office controls, and KYC support across treasury operations.
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 29 September 2026
A renowned education company is looking for an Accounting, Finance & HR Specialist. The chosen candidate will be in charge of managing assigned responsibilities across accounting, finance, tax, and HR/payroll. This is a hybrid role.
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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥11,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 29 September 2026
A global marketing agency is looking for a Commercial Finance Manager. The chosen candidate will act as the financial and commercial partner to the Managing Directors, providing insight, challenge and analysis to support profitable growth and effective decision-making.
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 29 September 2026
日系電動工具メーカーにて、グループ財務担当の募集です。グローバル全体の財務戦略の実行、短期・長期の資金予測、日本本社の一般財務業務など幅広く担当いただきます。今までのご経験に応じ、スタッフクラスから、主任・担当課長クラスの採用を想定しています。在宅勤務も可能です。
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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥7,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 29 September 2026
総合広告会社にて、FP&Aアナリストの募集がございます。FP&Aおよびレポーティングをメインに、予算策定・見込更新、収益性分析、KPI管理などの管理会計・経理業務を幅広くご担当いただきます。経理経験を活かして管理会計にキャリアを広げたい方も歓迎いたします。
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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.