Finance & Accounts Manager – Japanese-speaking

Euro London Appointments • Watford • Finance & Accounting
Full-time Mid

Description

Finance & Accounts Manager – Japanese-speaking

Euro London Appointments are delighted to partner with a global trading specialist with a worldwide customer base in their search for a Japanese-speaking Finance & Administration Manager.

In this role, you will oversee the internal accounts function and support financial operations across multiple international offices.

This role will operate in 4 different currencies so experience of working across multiple currencies is essential.

This is the ideal position for someone looking to build on previous Accounts experience in a close-knit working environment with the use of your Japanese language skills.

Key responsibilities:
• Perform daily bookkeeping, including SAGE entries, invoice processing, expenses, VAT returns, and PAYE-related tasks.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external accountants on financial queries and reconciliations.
• Produce monthly and annual financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, cashflow).
• Prepare budgets and forecasts in partnership with the leadership team.
• Oversee month-end close, annual audits, and ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Analyse current processes and propose improvements.
• Support general finance and administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will have:
• Fluency in Japanese and English is essential
• 3+ years of previous experience in an Accountancy function for an SME
• Experience of working across multiple currencies is essential.
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Highly organised and skilled at prioritisation. Able to meet deadlines.
• A positive, can-do attitude who can work on their own initiative.
• Previous experience of managing others would be a benefit.

What can our client offer you:
• International exposure
• Close knit and collaborative working environment
• Competitive salary
• Flexible hybrid working model once probation has been completed

This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates who are looking for a role where you can get stuck in and help the business to continue to grow their international markets with ease.

Contact us today to apply or find out more!