Salary: £35,000–£40,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: Central London, onsite
Japanese speaking Finance Team Assistant - Responsibilities:
Accounting & Cash Management
Arrange and manage monthly project funding
Monitor incoming and outgoing payments
Maintain cash books
Manage invoices and related documentation
Set up incoming and outgoing payments via online banking
Coordinate monthly employee expense claims
Manage and consolidate office expenses
Financial Reporting & Audit
Handle bookkeeping and liaise with external bookkeeping providers
Coordinate accruals and outstanding expenses
Support quarterly and annual closing processes, as well as external audits
J-SOX & Internal Audit
Support annual J-SOX and internal audit activities
Liaise with external audit/consulting firms and the Tokyo head office
Coordinate the exchange of relevant documents and materials
Respond to queries and requests for information
General Administration
Maintain and manage approval documents, contracts, and other records
Arrange business travel
Provide general IT support
Conduct research and prepare reports and other materials as required
Japanese speaking Finance Team Assistant - Candidate Profile
Japanese to mother tongue standard
Previous experience in accounting, finance, audit, or a related field is desirable
Experience in cash management, financial closing, and employee expense processing is particularly advantageous
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to handle numbers and documentation accurately
Visa Requirements
Applicants must hold UK Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), EU/EEA Pre-Settled or Settled Status, or a visa that provides a route to permanent residence in the UK .
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Japanese speaking Finance Team Assistant employer: People First Careers
At People First, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters employee growth. Located in Hampshire, our team enjoys a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, and opportunities for professional development are abundant, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment as a Service Coordinator.
