Job Description

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. We deliver award-winning enterprise software solutions through the use of embedded digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform to help businesses be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™.

At IFS, we're flexible, we're innovative, and we're focused not only on how we can engage with our customers, but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society's greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

We celebrate diversity and accept that there are so many different perspectives in this world. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

We're looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs.

If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.

Job Description

This position offers an excellent opportunity to utilize and expand your expertise in accounting, controllership, reporting and financial analysis while working in a dynamic, fast-growing business in a global organization.

At IFS Japan, you will be part of an open and international workplace culture, with competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in managing the financial health of our Japan operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial and management reporting, as well as regulatory compliance. 

The key areas of responsibility:

Profit & Loss and Month-End Closing

• Ensure month-end closing activities are completed accurately and in compliance with Group timelines and processes.
• Conduct analytical reviews and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to support financial decision-making.
• Support monthly forecasting and budget monitoring to enhance financial planning.
• Ensure all costs and expenses are properly recorded, categorized and processed.
• Compile and review GL entries, ensure proper transaction coding and adequate supporting documentation.
• Manage intercompany transactions, ensure timely reconciliations and compliance with Group policies.
• Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Balance Sheet

• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
• Reconcile accounts payable schedules with customer and supplier records.
• Reconcile VAT/consumption tax and withholding tax accounts.
• Ensure financial records align with Group policies and procedures.
• Maintain lease schedules, ensure accurate accounting for right-of-use assets and lease liabilities in compliance with IFRS 16.

Tax and Regulatory Compliance

• Assist the Finance Manager/Director in the preparation and submission of tax returns and regulatory filings.
• Liaise with external tax consultants to ensure compliance with local tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Support transfer pricing documentation and compliance.

  Accounts Payable (AP) Management

• Coordinate with the AP shared services center to ensure efficient processing of payments
• Assist in AP and PO processing, managing transactions that cannot be fully supported by the shared services center.

Audit

• Liaise with external auditors, support audit execution.
• Prepare and provide audit-required documents in a timely and accurate manner.

Change Management

• Support change management initiatives, ensure smooth adoption of new financial processes.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis and support process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Who You Are

  At IFS Japan’s Finance team, being a detailed-oriented professional with a collaborative mindset is key to success.

  You are proactive, energetic and eager to learn and grow. You thrive in an international environment, enjoy collaborating with others, and embrace feedback as a team player.

   

  Key

  Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance, or 5+ years of experience as an Accountant, Financial Controller or Auditor.
• CPA, ACCA, JICPA or an equivalent professional qualification is a plus.
• Experience with major accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
• Fluency in Japanese and English (written and spoken).
• Experience in the IT software and/or B2B industries is a plus

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