About This Position

Job Summary: Report directly to the Managing Director and support the growth of a Japan-headquartered group’s Australian business from a finance and corporate planning perspective. The role combines FP&A;, business performance management and post-merger integration, with opportunities to become involved in future M&A; activities.

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Our client is part of an established Japan-headquartered international group that has acquired businesses in Australia and is continuing to grow its local operations.

The Managing Director, seconded from Japan, needs a bilingual finance partner. Someone who can turn results into clear recommendations and explain them confidently to both the Australian leadership team and head office in Japan.

This is not a pure accounting role. Day-to-day finance work stays at the core, but it sits alongside planning, integration and, in time, M&A.;

You won’t be expected to have every answer from day one. The current role holder will provide a handover and continued support as you settle in, so you can build your understanding of the business step by step.

What does your next role look like?

⚫︎ Each month, you’ll prepare management reports, analyse performance against budget and forecast, and explain the variances in plain terms. ⚫︎ You’ll also support budgeting and forecasting activities, working with Australian managers to develop reliable financial plans and projections. ⚫︎ Reporting to Japan is a key part of the job. Results, issues and plans need to land clearly with head office, in both Japanese and English. ⚫︎ On the integration side, you’ll help bring the acquired Australian businesses into the group’s reporting and management framework. ⚫︎ Much of your value will come from bridging the Managing Director and the Australian management team, making sure decisions are understood in both directions.



⚫︎ As the group considers further acquisitions, you’ll contribute to analysis, financial modelling and execution support.

A little about you

Essential

⚫︎ Professional-level Japanese and English, both written and spoken ⚫︎ A sound understanding of financial statements and financial analysis ⚫︎ Experience in finance, accounting, FP&A;, corporate planning or a related field ⚫︎ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills ⚫︎ Clear communication skills and a strong sense of ownership over your work, with the drive to keep developing alongside experienced colleagues ⚫︎ Current, valid Australian work rights that allow full-time employment for at least 12 months from the commencement date without employer sponsorship

Employer sponsorship may be considered for ongoing employment after the initial 12 months, subject to visa eligibility, performance and business requirements.

Highly regarded

⚫︎ Hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis or management reporting ⚫︎ Post-merger integration or business transformation ⚫︎ Financial modelling, valuation or M&A; exposure ⚫︎ Experience working between a Japanese head office and overseas operations ⚫︎ A background in consulting, audit, transaction advisory or corporate finance

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There is no fixed requirement for years of experience. Backgrounds that fit well include FP&A; and financial analysis, financial or management accounting,



corporate or business planning, corporate finance, audit, consulting and business transformation. M&A; experience is welcome but not required.

Finance experience gained in Japan is valued here. If you’ve built that foundation and have since completed postgraduate study in Australia, this role is worth a look.

Location

Sydney City, NSW

Working Hour

Full-time

Salary range

AUD $100,000–$160,000 + Super We are open to candidates at different stages of their finance careers. The scope of the role and salary package will reflect your experience and capabilities.

Working flexibility

Negotiable [TBC]

Start From

Negotiable [TBC]

Application due date

Sunday, 06 December 2026

What this opportunity offers

⚫︎ A role close to business decisions, going beyond traditional finance reporting ⚫︎ Practical experience in post-merger integration and improving business performance ⚫︎ A pathway into corporate development and M&A; as the group grows ⚫︎ Direct communication with the Australian leadership team and head office in Japan ⚫︎ A handover and continued support from the current role holder while you find your feet

Career Meister’s View

This role suits finance professionals who want to move beyond traditional accounting or reporting and get closer to business decisions. You don’t need M&A; experience to apply. A solid finance foundation, solid analytical skills and the drive to grow into corporate development and M&A; are what matter most.

Take the Next Step

If this sounds like the direction you want your finance career to take, we’d like to hear from you. Apply through Career Meister and our team will be in touch. The client’s name will be shared with shortlisted candidates, and all applications are handled in strict confidence.

📌 Corporate Planning & Finance Specialist (Japanese Bilingual) (Sydney)
🏢 THE CAREER MEISTER
📍 Sydney