Strategic Financing and Funding:
• Plan and execute financing and funding strategies in alignment with the company’s Strategic Business Plan and Annual Business Plan.
• Manage capital requirements, ensuring timely availability of funds for business operations and growth initiatives.
Shareholder Return Planning:
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize shareholder returns based on the company’s strategic goals.
• Ensure efficient capital allocation to optimize return on equity and meet shareholder expectations.
Asset Disposal & Balance Sheet Optimization:
• Plan and execute asset disposal transactions to optimize the company’s balance sheet and improve financial health.
• Analyze the company’s asset base to identify opportunities for streamlining and value creation.
Banking & Financial Partnerships:
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with banks, security companies, and credit rating agencies.
• Negotiate favorable terms to ensure the company receives the best financial services and credit ratings.
FX Risk Management & Hedging:
• Develop and execute hedging strategies to effectively manage foreign exchange (FX) risk.
• Monitor market trends and economic indicators to adjust strategies for optimal risk mitigation.
Tax Compliance:
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of tax returns, including income tax, deferred tax calculations, and tax accruals.
• Oversee and manage the company’s tax compliance processes, ensuring adherence to all relevant laws and regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in tax legislation to minimize non-compliance risks.
Management of Other Tax Requirements:
• Manage and oversee various other tax obligations, including but not limited to consumption tax, liquor tax, asset tax, and stamp duty.
• Ensure timely filings and payments of these taxes while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Tax Strategy and Planning:
• Develop and execute tax strategies to optimize the company’s tax position while minimizing financial and compliance risks.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors and auditors to ensure alignment with best practices and to manage audits effectively.
Education/Qualification:
Bachelor's or higher degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field
CPA or Tax Accountant (Zeirishi) is ideal
Experience:
Proven experience (5+ years) as Treasury, corporate finance, tax manager or a related role
Competencies:
• Strong knowledge of financial instruments, capital markets, and FX risk management
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage relationships with financial institutions
• In-depth knowledge of tax regulations, including corporate income tax, deferred tax, and various indirect taxes.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Fluent Japanese and Business level English
- OVERTIME WORK (時間外労働): Yes
- AVERAGE MONTHLY OT (残業月平均): 10-30 hrs
- SOCIAL INSURANCE (加入保険): 健康保険、厚生年金、雇用保険、労災保険
- HOLIDAYS (休日): 土、日、祝日
- OTHER (その他): Hybrid workstyle.
Our client is a top tier FMCG company.