Tokyo Thermo Fisher Scientific Full time

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are important to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop outstanding career experiences and perspectives.

How you will make an impact:

Our Japan operations is a $1B+ business, we support a broad portfolio spanning life sciences, diagnostics, analytical instruments, laboratory products, and specialty services. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence to help our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner & safer.

If you have a passion for financial accuracy and timeliness across a global, multi-faceted organization, Thermo Fisher Scientific's Accounting and Controllership function is the team for you. With a keen understanding of laws, regulations and compliance as well as reporting requirements consistent with USGAAP, this team uses innovative financial systems and controls, data security and robust processes to protect the company's assets and support its short- and long-term growth on a global scale. From technical accounting to budgeting and forecasting to planning and reporting, you will build relationships with internal and external audit teams as well as key business partners to drive sophisticated business decisions. You will have an opportunity to build strong organizational alliances to understand and mitigate risk, as well as capture opportunities and provide valuable support to all business partners.

Seeking a proficient finance team member who provide finance, accounting, and compliance for our Japan business. The successful candidate will lead a finance and accounting team of 30+ members and implement accounting, controls, and compliance procedures to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. In addition, the position holder will provide technical accounting mentorship, identify and recommend operational and compliance related improvement opportunities, and support leadership in achieving of business objectives.

What you will do:

  • Evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of accounting processes; recommend and implement changes to policies and processes to strengthen control environment

  • Design, implement, and monitor processes, controls, and systems

  • Ensure compliance with Japan & U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, company policy, approval authority matrix and standard operating procedure

  • Apply knowledge and provide mentorship on sophisticated financial accounting transactions

  • Verify accuracy and completeness of financial documents and supplementary reporting with accounting procedures and controls and through balance sheet reviews

  • Lead fulfillment of internal and external audit requirements

  • Partner in formulation of solutions to operational issues beyond finance department

  • Drive continuous improvement and uses systems to increase controls and efficiencies

  • Ensures effective data security and controls within ERP, financial systems, and data flows

  • Exercise sound data stewardship - following data policies (retention, privacy, security) and detailing procedures

How you will get here:

Requirements

  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or CA qualification strongly preferred

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

  • Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and Japan accounting standards and regulations

  • Strong understanding of financial management, reporting, internal controls, and compliance

  • Proficient in both English & Japanese verbal and written communication skills

  • Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing finance teams

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights

  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and cross-functional teams

  • Experience working in a global, matrix organization preferred

  • Proficiency in ERP (SAP, Oracle E1) systems, financial modeling, and data analytics tools

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs



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