Accounting Process Design

4日前

Tokyo Interim Professionals

What's In It For You


Join a high-impact engagement supporting a Japan-based APAC finance team during a critical transition. This is a unique opportunity to help design sustainable processes for a global organization in the fresh food/FMCG sector. You'll work closely with regional leadership and local teams to stabilize operations and lay the foundation for future standardization and automation.

Please note that this project is in active proposal stage. We will ask for you to be registered with us and sign an NDA to discuss further details. We kindly ask that only candidates residing locally apply for this position, as onsite collaboration is essential.


Project Overview:

We are supporting a client's finance and accounting function by addressing operational instability and process gaps. The team is in a "reset" phase, aiming to rebuild and document processes from scratch. As the subject matter expert, you will analyze, document, and optimize workflows, while providing interim operational support and advising on regional alignment. 

Your involvement in the project will be carried out as an independent subcontractor.

Project Information:

Company: EY Strategy and Consulting, Co. Ltd.

Address: Hibiya Mitsui Tower, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, 1-1-2 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Japan

Work location: Within 23 wards of Tokyo

Contract type: Service entrust contract (業務委託)

Salary: 7000JPY/H JPY/H

Scope of Services


Process Analysis & Documentation

  • Map and document current finance and accounting workflows across AP, AR, GL, tax, and treasury functions.
  • Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and risks in existing processes; propose standardized procedures and create clear manuals.
  • Develop workflow diagrams and role clarity to support onboarding and knowledge transfer.

Operational Support & Interim Approvals

  • Support Accounts Payable (AP) tasks such as invoice and PR approvals, supplier registration, and commission confirmations.
  • Oversee expense claim approvals and ensure compliance with internal policies.
  • Review and approve journals, reconciliations (inventory, RAR, Blackline), and cash flow reports.
  • Validate payment processing, payroll approvals, and petty cash reconciliations.
  • Coordinate intercompany loan arrangements and related documentation.

Tax & Compliance Coordination

  • Assist with transfer pricing setup and year-end adjustments; liaise with tax managers and commercial finance leads.
  • Prepare and organize materials for consumption tax and corporate tax filings; coordinate with external advisors.
  • Manage customs valuation updates and ensure timely submission to authorities.

Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management

  • Facilitate finance meetings and month-end closing reviews with local and APAC teams.
  • Collaborate with temporary staff, operations, and global stakeholders to gather insights and drive alignment.
  • Communicate process changes effectively to reduce friction and improve morale.

Process Optimization & Future Readiness

  • Recommend and implement improvements to reduce manual work and operational risk.
  • Lay foundations for automation and regional standardization across APAC.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving.

Qualifications

  • Fluent Japanese; Business-level English (for APAC/global communication).
  • Strong background in finance and accounting process design and optimization.
  • Familiarity with SAP S4/HANA, Blackline, and Excel.
  • Proven ability to manage change and engage stakeholders across levels.
  • Hands-on operational experience in lean or transitional environments.
  • Industry knowledge in consumer goods, FMCG, or inventory-based businesses preferred.

Next Steps

  • Screening by Interim Professionals Talent & Engagement Teams.
  • EY Compliance and Independence Check.
  • Client Introduction.

Join us as an Interim Professional and elevate your career to new heights while making a substantial contribution to our client's success in Japan. Apply now and become a part of our 11 million strong community.

Who We Are

We are Interim Professionals, and we are building a better working world by reconnecting Japan's professionals with lifelong learning. Our independent contractors are a part of our team, and our mission is to help you unlock your potential.

By giving you access to EY's best-in-class learning & development, paired with high touch consultancy projects that you will not see anywhere else, we open avenues for you to upskill and join our community to build the workforce of the future in Japan.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

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