Support the day-to-day accounting and finance operations of Canon Middle East.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting and payment activities.
Support financial reporting, compliance, internal controls and coordination of regional accounting activities.
- Contribute to the efficient operation of the Finance function through process discipline, stakeholder coordination and continuous improvement initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and process supplier and customer invoices in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Review & validate employee expense claims including supporting documentation.
Coordinate with suppliers, employees and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice, expense and payment-related queries.
Prepare and process supplier payments and employee reimbursements through banking platforms and related systems.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
Prepare monthly reconciliations including bank, supplier, employee and other balance sheet account reconciliations.
Assist with preparation of management reports and other finance-related analyses as required.
Process and maintain accounting journals and other financial transactions in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
Support statutory, regulatory and audit requirements by maintaining accurate records and providing relevant documentation.
Support the accounting oversight of Representative Offices, including coordination with external accounting service providers and local stakeholders to ensure timely reporting and compliance.
Ensure compliance with established internal controls, financial policies and procedures.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and support finance transformation and automation initiatives where applicable.
Perform other ad hoc accounting and finance duties as assigned
COMPETENCIES
Attention to Detail
Analytical Thinking
Customer Focus
Business Acumen
Planning and Organizing
Problem Solving
Stakeholder Management
Accountability
Teamwork and Collaboration
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Time Management and Prioritization
Qualifications
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant recognized formal qualifications (University major in financial accounting) (essential).
- Professional Accounting qualifications (CA, ACCA, CIMA, etc).
- Practical “hands-on” exposure in a similar Finance role (3 years minimum).
- High level of Excel skills (essential)
- Strong knowledge of accounting concepts
- Familiarity with MS Office, Email and Internet (essential).
- Fluency in written and spoken English essential (essential).
- High level of written and spoken communications required (essential).
- Able to handle pressure, meeting deadlines and follow instructions effectively.
- Methodical, disciplined individual with good attention to detail.
- Good team player
- Able to work in multicultural environment.
- Methodical, disciplined individual with good attention to detail.
Skills Required
- Recognized university qualification with a major in financial accounting
- Professional accounting qualification such as CA, CPA, or CMA
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience in a similar finance role
- Lease accounting experience
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Strong written and spoken communication skills
- Professional appearance, attitude, and communication style
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, email, and internet tools
- High-level Microsoft Excel skills
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment
- Methodical, disciplined approach with strong attention to detail
Canon Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Canon Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Canon Inc..
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options in the U.S., alongside added support via a dedicated health insurance society in Japan. Wellbeing resources and personal health consultant access are also highlighted within certain plans.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company match in the U.S. and corporate pension arrangements in Japan. Disclosures describe both defined-benefit and defined-contribution elements that supplement national systems.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-support policies in Japan extend childcare leave, caregiver leave, and reduced-hour schedules beyond legal minimums. Several group companies have earned government accreditation for family-friendly practices and promote active paid-leave usage.
Canon Inc. Insights
What We Do
Canon Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leader in the fields of professional and consumer imaging equipment, industrial equipment and information systems. Canon’s extensive range of products includes production printers, multifunction office systems, inkjet and laser printers, cameras, video and cinematography equipment, network cameras, medical systems and semiconductor-manufacturing equipment. Originally established in 1937 as Precision Optical Industry, Co., Ltd., a camera manufacturer, Canon has successfully diversified and globalized to become a worldwide industry leader in professional and consumer imaging systems and solutions. With approximately 180,000 employees worldwide, the Canon Group includes manufacturing and marketing subsidiaries in Japan, the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania; and a global R&D network with companies based in the United States, Europe, Asia and Australia. Visit the Canon Inc. website at: global.canon
