Accountant

TL;DR

Accountant (Accounting/Finance): Own balance sheet accounts, ensure accurate reconciliations, and process expense claims and vendor invoices with an accent on month-end and year-end closing, general ledger integrity, and compliance with Japanese tax requirements. Focus on maintaining documentation quality, managing the corporate credit card program, and improving accounting processes through proactive issue identification.

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Company

hirify.global is a global research publisher providing technology-enabled products, platforms, and services for open research.

What you will do

• Take ownership of selected balance sheet accounts and deliver timely, accurate reconciliations.
• Ensure compliant and efficient processing of expense claims and vendor invoices.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities and maintain general ledger integrity with proper documentation.
• Manage the corporate credit card program, including reconciliation and policy compliance.
• Collaborate with Tokyo business units and regional finance teams, and contribute to finance projects and process improvements.
• Identify accounting process issues and propose improvements; handle ad hoc tasks as required.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in accounting or finance operations, including exposure to month-end close.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles (IFRS or JGAAP).
• Business-level English proficiency.
• Native-level Japanese proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of Japanese consumption tax and withholding tax.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice to have

• Nissho Bookkeeping Certification (Level 2 or above) and/or CPA qualification.
• ERP experience (SAP or similar) and expense systems (e.g., Concur).
• Experience with internal control/compliance environment and strong analytical skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a cross-cultural environment with collaboration across Tokyo and regional finance teams.
• Emphasis on ownership and proactive process improvement, not only task execution.
• Inclusive workplace with equal opportunity and accommodations available for access needs.

Hiring process

• Application review as candidates apply.
• Assessment based on fit with accounting requirements and experience.