Japan Tax Lead

4週間前

Tokyo FreedomTax Japan

Company Description

FreedomTax simplifies tax filing for freelancers, small businesses, and expats in Japan, handling both Japanese and U.S. taxes. Our user-friendly platform helps clients easily track income, categorize expenses, and receive real-time tax estimates. With bilingual accountants who understand the complexities of cross-border taxation, we offer flexible solutions, from self-service tools to expert support. Our mission is to provide professional, stress-free assistance without the use of confusing tax jargon, ensuring every client feels confident and well-supported.

Role Description

We are looking for a Zeirishi specialising in Japanese individual income tax to own our Japan tax domain. This role is ideal for someone who wants meaningful ownership, wants to help shape how technology solves tax challenges, and is motivated by contributing directly to the growth of a fast-moving organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own all Japan individual income tax rules within our platform (logic, thresholds, edge-case handling, accuracy).
  • Monitor legislative updates and proactively update our tax framework and calculations.
  • Act as the company's Japan tax authority, advising internal teams and leadership.
  • Conduct client calls (primarily foreign residents in Japan) explaining their tax situation confidently and clearly in English.
  • Break down complex issues in a structured, simple, understandable way. Provide clarity, not vagueness.
  • Work closely with engineering and product teams in an advisory capacity to ensure tax accuracy in software.
  • Develop scalable processes for quality assurance of tax outputs.

Key Requirements

  • Zeirishi qualification(必須)
  • Strong experience in Japanese individual income tax (corporate/inheritance not required)
  • Comfortable communicating in English (spoken and written); able to lead calls with international clients
  • Japan-based or willing to relocate
  • Able to work in-office
  • Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and professional pride in accuracy

Preferred Requirements

  • Experience working with foreign residents / expats / globally mobile individuals
  • Background in: Boutique tax firms, Expat tax divisions of Big4, Global mobility or relocation advisory firms
  • Experience in environments requiring independent judgment
  • Interest in technology, platforms, automation, or process building

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