Accountant (Finance)

About the role

RB Omiya Ardija is recruiting an accountant who will be a core member of its accounting team, helping maintain and strengthen accounting functions and ensure the quality of financial information. The accountant reports directly to the Chief Accountant (Accounting Manager) and works closely with the finance team and the wider business.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Finance department so that accounting is correct, transparent and complete, and submit accurate financial information to internal and external stakeholders on time
• Support the HR department with payroll accounting
• Maintain the fixed asset register and manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, dunning, bank statement postings and reconciliations, and the general ledger
• Handle monthly and annual period closings, including accruals, deferrals, depreciation, revaluations, write-offs and provisions, and prepare the annual statutory financial statements
• Ensure compliance with local legislation and group accounting guidelines, and support managers in applying internal controls
• Streamline processes and use available tools to improve efficiency

Required profile

• Relevant accounting qualification
• At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Structured, organized, result-oriented and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced team
• Business-level English and native-level Japanese

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of Japan tax legislation, local GAAP and IFRS
• SAP (FI, CO, COPA and BI); HFM is an advantage