Senior Accountant

Join a luxury retail company as a Senior Accountant!

Your new company

A global luxury group is seeking a Senior Accountant to support its Japan operations, focusing on financial closing, inventory, and fixed asset management.

Your new role

You will handle monthly closing, financial reporting, inventory and fixed asset accounting, audit support, and tax‑related filings. You’ll work closely with local finance teams, headquarters, and external auditors while supporting projects and process improvements.

What you'll need to succeed

  • 5+ years’ experience in accounting, finance, audit, or business analysis
  • Experience with inventory, fixed assets, and monthly closing
  • SAP experience preferred
  • Knowledge of IFRS / US GAAP a plus
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
  • Professional qualification (Japanese CPA/Zeirishi) is a plus
  • Fluent Japanese & business English (TOEIC 800+ ideal)
  • Detail‑oriented, reliable, proactive, and able to manage deadlines

What you'll get in return

  • Annual salary: ¥6,000,000–¥8,000,000
  • Flex‑time work system
  • Career development opportunities within the group (Finance Manager, BPC roles, etc.)
  • Exposure to both local teams and global headquarters

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email Maliha.Mehnaz@hays.co.jp

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Location
Inner Tokyo
Specialism
Accountancy and Finance
Pay
8000000
Ref:
1127842

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Maliha Mehnaz, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Tokyo Head Office
Izumi Garden Tower 38th Floor, 1-6-1 Roppongi

Telephone: +81335602637

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