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Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Global BlueTokyo, Japan
30+ days ago
Job description

Purpose of the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in managing our financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. You will report directly to the Finance Manager and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support our company's growth and financial health.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting :

  • Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements according to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) as applicable.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and reporting.
  • Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.

Compliance and Controls :

  • Ensure compliance with local, national, and international financial regulations.
  • Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
  • Coordinate with external auditors during audits and reviews.

    • General Accounting :

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities such as accounts payable / receivable and general ledger entries.
  • Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.

    • Process Improvement :

  • Streamline financial processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Recommend and implement best practices in financial management.
  • Supports Global Blue’s projects and initiatives benefitting the operations of the entities.
  • Supports in the execution of corrective action to ensure systems in use and processes in place are efficient and effective, receiving guidance from the Finance Manager

    • Competencies

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail a must.
  • Team player with social competence
  • Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.

    • Skills

  • Strong excel skills.
  • MS Office knowledge
  • English language skills (oral & written) on the advanced level TOEIC 700

    • Qualifications and education requirements

  • University degree on Economics, Accounting and or Finance.
  • Highly skilled Finance abilities required.
  • Nissho 2nd Grade or above preferred
  • At least 5 years’ work experience in similar position within multinational companies.
  • Used to work in international environments with matrix organizations.
  • Autonomous and independent, goal-oriented, and self-motivating personality.
  • The ability to prioritize workload, flexibility, proactivity, strong time management and high analytical working skills are required on top of strong communication and planning skill.
  • Proficient in Japanese
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