Japanese Speaking Vice President, Finance Officer

Job title: Japanese Speaking Vice President, Finance Officer

Location: City

Suggested Salary: £76K £95K

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Financing:
   - Develop and implement business financing plans.
   - Diversify financing tools and manage financing operations.
   - Engage in loan negotiations and build relationships with financial institutions.
   - Manage funds and monitor financing costs.
2. Accounting:
   - Oversee branch accounting and budgeting.
   - Ensure accurate and timely financial operations.
3. Other Responsibilities:
   - Prepare regular reports to HQ.
   - Manage local tax administration in collaboration with external advisors.
   - Support finance and accounting for subsidiaries and group companies across Europe.
   - Provide general administrative support and ad-hoc assistance as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate finance, particularly in business financing and cash flow management.
2. Native-level Japanese proficiency.
3. Strong English communication skills.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
5. Relevant degree such as BA/MA in Business, MBA, etc.

Critical Competencies

1. Strong communication skills for a diverse business environment.
2. Excellent organizational abilities and high attention to detail.
3. Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.
4. Capable of managing tasks under pressure and within tight deadlines.
5. High energy, enthusiasm, and flexibility, especially in the early stages of business expansion.

Ideal Competencies

1. Management experience, particularly in talent development.
2. Sales experience in corporate finance.
3. Qualifications such as certified accountant or tax accountant.
4. Familiarity with International Accounting Standards or Japanese Accounting Standards.
5. Experience in global business accounting or tax, and knowledge of capital market transactions (e.g., bond issuance).