Japanese-speaking Finance Accounting ManagerAre you a hands-on finance professional looking for a broad leadership role where you can make a genuine impact?
Our client is a well-established international organisation seeking a Japanese Speaking Finance Manager to oversee finance operations and support key business functions including compliance, payroll, ERP implementation, and office administration.This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence business performance while working closely with local and overseas stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesManage all accounting and finance functions, including month-end and year-end close processesPrepare monthly, half-yearly and annual financial reportsMaintain general ledger reconciliations and effective internal controlsManage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships and financing arrangementsDrive continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting and business operationsEnsure compliance with Australian accounting, taxation and statutory requirementsPrepare and coordinate BAS, Payroll Tax, FBT and Corporate Income Tax obligationsLiaise with external advisors regarding transfer pricing and Pillar Two requirementsMaintain compliance with IFRS and Australian Accounting StandardsLead ERP implementation and ongoing system optimisation initiativesTake ownership of ERP operations, process improvements and user trainingCoordinate project stakeholders and ensure successful delivery of ERP milestonesOversee payroll processing, superannuation and payroll tax complianceSupport employee onboarding, offboarding and HR administration activitiesManage general office administration and coordinate external IT support providersAre you a hands-on finance qualified looking for a broad leadership role where you can make a genuine impact?




Our client is a well-established international organisation seeking a Japanese Speaking Finance Manager to oversee finance operations and support key business functions including compliance, payroll, ERP implementation, and office administration.This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence business performance while working closely with local and overseas stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesManage all accounting and finance functions, including month-end and year-end close processesPrepare monthly, half-yearly and annual financial reportsMaintain general ledger reconciliations and effective internal controlsManage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships and financing arrangementsDrive continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting and business operationsEnsure compliance with Australian accounting, taxation and statutory requirementsPrepare and coordinate BAS, Payroll Tax, FBT and Corporate Income Tax obligationsLiaise with external advisors regarding transfer pricing and Pillar Two requirementsMaintain compliance with IFRS and Australian Accounting StandardsLead ERP implementation and ongoing system optimisation initiativesTake ownership of ERP operations, process improvements and user trainingCoordinate project stakeholders and ensure successful delivery of ERP milestonesOversee payroll processing, superannuation and payroll tax complianceSupport employee onboarding,



offboarding and HR administration activitiesManage general office administration and coordinate external IT support providersRequirementsCA, CPA or equivalent accounting qualificationProven experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Senior Accounting roleStrong knowledge of Australian accounting standards, taxation and regulatory requirementsExperience preparing financial reports, managing compliance obligations and cash flow forecastingExperience with ERP systems, with implementation project experience highly regardedAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillsStrong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a small business environmentBusiness-level Japanese and English language skillsExperience working with Japanese companies or multinational organisations will be highly regardedWhat's on OfferAutonomous leadership position with broad business exposureOpportunity to influence strategic and operational decisionsERP implementation and transformation projectsSupportive and collaborative team environmentLong-term career growth within an international organisationAt HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability.
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📌 Japanese-Speaking Finance Accounting Manager (Sydney)
🏢 HOBAN Recruitment
📍 Sydney