Director of Finance And Accounting

Head of Finance — Japan Melaleuca, Inc Global FMCG Organization

Location:
Melaleuca of Japan's offices in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (Kojimachi/Nibancho area) Work Arrangement: On-site The Opportunity Melaleuca, Inc., a multibillion-dollar global FMCG organization, is seeking an accomplished finance executive to lead its Accounting & Finance function in Japan. Based in the Kojimachi/Nibancho area of Chiyoda-ku, one of central Tokyo's established business districts, this position offers the opportunity to lead Melaleuca's Japan finance organization while collaborating closely with senior leaders across its international operations. As Head of Finance – Japan, you will serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, oversee the financial operations of the Japan business, and provide the financial insight and discipline necessary to drive sustainable growth and profitability. This is more than a financial reporting role. It is a highly visible leadership opportunity for a finance executive who combines technical expertise, commercial judgment, and the ability to influence business decisions within a sophisticated international organization.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and develop the Japan finance organization, building a high-performing team and establishing strong financial discipline.
• Partner with senior leadership on financial strategy, profitability, investments, operational priorities, and business performance.
• Oversee accounting and financial reporting, including statutory reporting, monthly and annual closes, tax compliance, treasury, cash management, and external audits.
• Direct financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and performance evaluation.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance, ensuring compliance with applicable Japanese requirements and corporate policies.
• Drive profitability and operational improvements through financial analysis, cost optimization, process enhancements, and effective resource allocation.
• Oversee intercompany accounting and transfer-pricing activities, collaborating with international finance teams and external advisors.
• Improve financial systems, reporting, and processes, leveraging technology and automation to enhance efficiency and decision-making.
• Collaborate with Melaleuca's global finance leadership, providing financial insights, identifying opportunities, and supporting strategic initiatives. Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including demonstrated leadership responsibility.
• Significant experience in a multinational, international, or similarly complex business environment.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese statutory accounting, tax compliance, treasury, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Strong financial planning, forecasting, analytical, and business-partnering capabilities.
• Demonstrated success improving profitability, operational efficiency, financial processes, or business performance.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop finance professionals.
• Strong ERP, financial reporting, and advanced Excel capabilities.
• Excellent communication, executive presence, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Additional Essential Requirements
• Bilingual Fluency: Professional fluency in both Japanese and English, written and spoken, is required. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with senior business and finance leaders in Japan and internationally.
• Work Authorization: Candidates must currently possess legal authorization to work in Japan that permits them to perform the duties of this position, without first obtaining new work authorization or employer-sponsored immigration approval. Japanese citizenship is not required.
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Location:
This is an on-site position based at Melaleuca of Japan's offices in the Kojimachi/Nibancho area of Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. Candidates must be able to work at this location. The Leader We're Looking For We are seeking a finance executive who combines financial rigor with commercial instinct. You understand what excellent financial governance looks like, but you are equally comfortable looking beyond the numbers—challenging assumptions, identifying opportunities, advising business leaders, and translating financial complexity into actionable business decisions. You bring integrity, sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative leadership style. You are comfortable operating with autonomy, navigating complexity, and maintaining high professional standards. Why Melaleuca?
• Global Scale and Impact: Join a multibillion-dollar global FMCG organization and contribute to the financial performance and continued development of an important international market.
• Strategic Influence: Serve as a trusted business partner to senior leadership, helping shape financial strategy and business performance.
• International Exposure: Collaborate with experienced finance and business leaders across Melaleuca's international operations.
• Opportunity to Build: Lead initiatives to strengthen financial processes, improve systems, develop talent, and elevate the Finance function.
• Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in helping Melaleuca's Japan business grow intelligently, operate efficiently, and make better decisions. About Melaleuca Melaleuca, Inc. is a multibillion-dollar global FMCG organization with a broad portfolio of products spanning wellness, nutrition, personal care, beauty, home care, and everyday household essentials. Through its international operations, Melaleuca combines the scale and capabilities of a global enterprise with a commitment to serving customers in individual markets. Melaleuca of Japan is an important part of this international organization, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to business performance while collaborating with a globally connected leadership team. Recruitment for this position is coordinated through Melaleuca's Global Recruiting team.