VP, Financial Planning & Analysis

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the entire financial function for JAPAC, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, tax compliance, payroll, and treasury.
• Develop and implement financial strategies and plans that support regional business goals while aligning with global corporate policies and standards.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making by senior management and regional business leaders.
• Ensure compliance with all local tax laws, financial regulations, and reporting standards specific to Japan and other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for the region.
• Manage cash flow, capital expenditures, and investment planning to optimize financial efficiency and meet regional growth objectives.
• Partner with corporate finance, risk, legal, and operations teams to support business expansion, mergers, acquisitions, and partnership opportunities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing regional finance team; drive continuous improvement in financial processes and controls.
• Maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, government agencies, and external stakeholders within the JAPAC region.
• Collaborate with the global finance team to ensure integrated financial operations and reporting transparency.
• Monitor market and economic trends affecting the region and assess financial risk and opportunities.
• Support internal and external audit coordination and implementation of audit recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or CMA are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including regional or multinational exposure within JAPAC is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of JAPAC financial regulations, tax laws, accounting standards (such as IFRS or local GAAP), and compliance requirements.
• Proven track record in financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and operational finance.
• Experience managing cross-cultural finance teams and navigating complex multi-country financial environments.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Japanese or other regional languages is a significant advantage.
• Ability to work effectively with senior executives and multinational teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with financial systems implementation and process automation.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Capability to influence and drive results in matrixed organizational structures.

This job description integrates common VP of Finance duties such as leading all aspects of finance, compliance, reporting, financial strategy, and team management, with a dedicated regional focus on JAPAC specifics including local regulatory knowledge and cross-cultural leadership