CFO (Chief Financial Officer) Japan recruitment

Leading financial services firm seeks a JAPAN Chief Financial Officer

Roles/Responsibilities

Setup the finance and accounting function in our new established entity in Japan.
Leading the local finance team to implement the group’s accounting system (SAP) in Japan.
Provide support to the Japan country head and Asia CFO on all finance matters in Japan.
Leading the Japan finance team to ensure that the company’s financials are properly compiled with all the regulatory requirements in Japan.
Prepare and review all regulatory reporting for the entity.
Support the Group Head of Tax in performing a effective tax planning for the Japan business and prepare the tax filing for the Japan entity.
Support the country head in developing forecast and budget financials, and monitor financial performance against targets

Required skill

Relevant experience in financial institutions, preferably with minimum ten years relevant experience and at least five years experience at senior management level.
Extensive experience in interacting directly with business senior management.
Extensive knowledge on broking industry in Japan.

Preferred skill

Experience in setting up new established operation is definitely an advantage.
Eager to drive change and work independently
Proficiency in use of computer (esp. MS-Excel, MS-Access, MS-Powerpoint applications) and exposure to ERP systems such as SAP

Personal Attributes

Good command of written and spoken English and Japanese.
Strong presentation skills, excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills

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