Associate - Corporate Accounting Japan - Dalian

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Job Title

Senior Accountant (Japanese Speaking）
Location

Dalian

Description

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant role.

Job specification

• Take full responsibility for end-to-end accounting for assigned Japanese clients;  
• Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, trial balances, and financial statements in a timely and accurate manner;
• Manage AP/AR/GL operations and maintain accounting records in compliance with JGAAP/IFRS;
• Coordinate with Tax advisor for Tax preparation and filing
• Coordinate with Auditor for Audit report;
• Coordinate with Tokyo Team and respond to requirements from Clients on timely basis;
• Identify process improvement opportunities and enhance efficiency in accounting operations
• Any other duties in the scope of the role that the company requires.

Skills Required:

• Business-level Japanese (spoken and written) is required; English (reading and writing) is preferred
• Experience supporting Japanese clients, with solid knowledge of JGAAP is required
• Strong motivation to learn and develop a long-term career in accounting
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with clients and internal teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, experience with SAP, Yayoi, or similar accounting systems is preferred
• CPA/ACCA participator is a plus. 

What you will get in return:

• A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business;
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience;
• Training and development opportunities

Additional information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences.

We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.

For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please https://www.apexgroup.com/corporate-social-responsibility/

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.