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Accounting and Finance 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: Negotiable based on experience

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 29 July 2025

A nonprofit organisation is seeking a Finance Assistant. The chosen applicant will support financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities, ensuring compliance and transparency in expenditures. This is a hybrid and contract role.
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 28 July 2025

ライフスタイルブランド企業にてFP&AおよびIR担当の募集です。主に経営陣に対し戦略的なインサイトを提供などを行っていただきます。上場企業または上場準備企業での開示実務の経験をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。在宅勤務が可能です。
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 28 July 2025

ライフスタイルブランド企業にて経理リーダーの募集です。主に財務諸表の作成および開示書類の作成・レビュー、チームマネジメントやメンバー育成などを行っていただきます。ファッションが好き、ブランド企業へのご興味をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。在宅勤務が可能です。
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 28 July 2025

光学機器および精密機器の製造会社にてコーポレートFP&Aスタッフの募集です。当社の予算編成・業績予測・予実差分析をリードし、経営判断を支える重要な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: ¥10,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 28 July 2025

A well-known premium beverage company is seeking a Country Finance Manager. The selected candidate will lead financial planning, reporting, and strategic collaboration to support business goals. This is a hybrid setup role.
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Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum

Location: Kanagawa

Date Posted: 28 July 2025

An international chemical technology company is looking for an FP&A Manager. The selected candidate will be developing efficiencies and process improvements within the finance team's work streams.
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Salary: ¥4,000,000 - ¥7,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 28 July 2025

再生可能エネルギー発電施設の開発・事業運営会社にて経理担当の募集がございます。IPOを目指す自然電力の単体決算全般をご担当いただきます。フレックス、および在宅勤務が可能なポジションです。
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per annum

Location: Kanagawa

Date Posted: 28 July 2025

A global automotive company is looking for a Financial Controller – International Customer Service. The selected candidate will oversee planning and reporting, drive financial alignment across regions, and support international operations.
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 27 July 2025

外資系の鑑定・格付け会社の日本法人にてシニア財務アナリストの募集です。経営陣と密接に連携し、事業運営の管理サポートに加え、主要な投資判断・業務改善・新規事業の創出・そして事業戦略の立案といった戦略的意思決定の財務面からのサポートを担っていただきます。一部リモート勤務が可能です。
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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 26 July 2025

医療機器メーカーにてシニア経理担当の募集です。ビジネスパートナー業務、レポーティング、会計監査、税務監査、予算作成、フォーキャスト作成、税務などの会計業務をご担当いただきます。ERPソフトウェアスキル、簿記スキルをお持ちの方からのご応募をお待ちしております。

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.