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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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Accounting & finance Explore your full potential with roles where you're more than just a number. Automotive Take your pick from the latest roles across the automotive industry in Japan. Banking & financial services Let us help match you with roles at the most coveted organisations. Chemical Explore new opportunities in the chemical industry. Digital Level up your career by working in a cutting edge digital role. Energy & infrastructure Let us help match you with roles at the most coveted firms. Healthcare, medical & pharmaceutical Explore a new chapter in the healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical sectors. Human resources Secure a role where you’re empowered to help people be the best they can be. Industrial & electrical Build a career within an organisation of the forefront of national progress. Legal, compliance & risk Take your pick from Japan's most prestigious in-house and legal firm roles. M&A advisory & consulting Connect with employers where your expertise in advisory and consulting is seen and valued. Marketing Play an instrumental part in the story of leading brands and employers. Retail Discover a new chapter in the world of retail as we help you find the ideal sales professional role that suits your unique talents and ambitions. Sales Not all sales professionals and roles are the same, let us help you find the right one for you. Secretarial & business support Connect with employers where your administration skills are seen and valued. Supply chain & procurement Making things better, smoother, faster. That's were you come in to make a difference. Tax & assurance Connect with employers where your tax & assurance expertise is seen and valued. Technology & transformation Level up your career by working on cutting edge projects and technology in Japan.
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Accounting & Finance Tax 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.

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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥17,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 21 May 2026

大手電機メーカーにて、国内税務担当の募集です。⽇本国内の法⼈税に関連する税務コンプライアンス業務の取りまとめを遂行いただきます。プロジェクトマネジメント経験や会計知識をお持ちの方からの応募をお待ちしております。
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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 18 May 2026

再生可能エネルギー企業にて税務マネージャーの募集です。主に月次・四半期・年次決算の統括やSPC(特別目的会社)スキームを含む投資・資金調達計画の立案などを行っていただきます。税務調査対応や監査法人との折衝の経験をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。
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Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 17 May 2026

An international financial services company is looking for a Tax Operations professional. The selected candidate will support trade reconciliation, reporting, document review, and daily operational workflows within the tax function. This is a long-term haken role.
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Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 24 April 2026

大手商用車メーカーにて税務担当の募集です。主にグループ全体の税務ガバナンス、税務リスク管理、国内税務および国際税務に関する業務などをお任せいたします。会計事務所または事業会社での税務業務経験をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。在宅勤務が可能なポジションです。
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Salary: ¥4,200,000 - ¥7,000,000 per annum

Location: Hyogo

Date Posted: 22 April 2026

デジタルマーケティング・ブランディング支援企業にて税理士アシスタントの募集です。主に記帳作業や専⽤ソフトで書類作成、顧客元での書類の受け取りなどを行っていただきます。韓国語力をお持ちの方を歓迎いたします。勤務地は兵庫県です。
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Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 16 April 2026

Eコマース企業にて税務スペシャリストの募集です。主に税務申告書の作成や各種会計・税務論点の検討、税務調査対応などを担っていただきます。税務申告業務や税金計算の実務経験をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。在宅勤務が可能なポジションです。
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Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum

Location: Tokyo

Date Posted: 9 April 2026

外資系ヘルスケアカンパニーにてゼネラルマネージャーの募集です。グローバル視点のタックスプランニングの企画・立案、経営層への提案、策定したプラン実行のプロジェクトマネジメントなどを担っていただきます。会計事務所での国際税務・移転価格税制経験をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。

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.