Director of Accounting (Japanese and English Language Skills)

About Us

At VISASQ/COLEMAN, we connect businesses with hard-to-find expertise through our extensive global network of subject matter experts. VISASQ/COLEMAN is a partnership formed by VisasQ Inc., Asia's leading expert network and the only publicly traded company in our field. Through VisasQ’s merger with Coleman Research, a trusted expert service provider with over 20 years of experience, VISASQ/COLEMAN offers tailored consulting solutions for consulting firms, asset management funds, and corporations seeking primary research insights.

Our mission is to eliminate barriers to knowledge by facilitating direct exchanges of critical insights across industries. We take pride in utilizing our comprehensive internal database of qualified experts, along with our ability to custom recruit specialists for each project, ensuring our clients receive timely and relevant information to inform their decision-making processes.

With offices in Phoenix, Raleigh, New York, London, Reading, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Japan, we empower our clients to navigate complex markets and gain a competitive edge. Join us in revolutionizing informed decision-making by transforming how businesses access expert insights.

For more information, visit our website.

The Opportunity:

 

VisasQ is a leading expert network service company listed in Japan. From the perspective of the consolidated parent company in Japan, you will oversee all accounting operations of the U.S. subsidiary, and be responsible for accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting, the establishment and operation of effective internal controls, and the provision of strategic financial analysis to management.
Reporting Line: VP of Accounting and FP&A of the Japanese parent company
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina (Hybrid), USA or Japan
Key Responsibilities:
●Lead the preparation of the consolidated financial statements package.
●Supervise and support the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing operations of the U.S.
subsidiary (in accordance with US GAAP).
●Prepare and submit the consolidated financial reporting package to the parent company
(including reconciliation adjustments to J-GAAP).
●Evaluate, document, and improve the operation of internal controls (including
compliance with J-SOX).
●Respond to accounting audits, tax investigations, and inquiries from other external
organizations.
Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Knowledge of Japanese Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (J-GAAP) and U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Over 7 years of practical experience in accounting and finance, especially experience negotiating with audit firms.
• Practical experience in consolidated financial statements.
• Experience using accounting/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft  Dynamics, etc.).
• Experience with analysis and practical application using Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Business-level English proficiency.
• Business-level Japanese proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Work experience at a U.S. subsidiary of a Japanese or foreign-affiliated company.
• Practical audit experience at an audit firm.
• Knowledge and experience with J-SOX (Japan's internal control reporting system).
• Knowledge of Japanese Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (J-GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

 

Why Join Us?

At VISASQ/COLEMAN, we are committed to your professional growth and success. Our employees are our most valuable assets, which is why we offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a rewarding compensation package that includes performance-based commission earnings and/or discretionary bonus, which may be awarded on monthly, quarterly or annual basis, depending on your role.
• Excellent Health Benefits: We offer highly competitive coverage on insurance premiums, and for those enrolled in a qualifying HDHP, we also provide employer HSA contributions.
• 401K Contributions: Planning for your future? We’ve got you covered!
• Flexible Working Environment: Choose between working in the office or remotely 50/50 with our hybrid work policy or remote for select roles.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy Responsible Paid Time Off, 7 sick days, and observe 12 holidays off.