Controller, AVP

Why this role is important to us

This role is a critical member of the Japan Finance Leadership team and will be responsible for Legal Entity Controllership, Regulatory Reporting and Statutory Reporting across multiple regulated entities in Japan. Reporting to the Financial Controller Japan (Head of Finance),

This position provides significant exposure to senior management, regulators and regional leadership and offers the opportunity to directly influence the Finance agenda for one of State Street's most important markets in Asia-Pacific.

Who we are looking for

The role operates under a Multiple-Hat arrangement supporting a diverse legal entity structure, including a locally licensed trust bank, branch of a U.S. bank, investment management entities and other regulated financial services businesses.

The successful candidate will serve as a key finance representative to local regulators, auditors, tax advisors and senior business management, ensuring the integrity of financial and regulatory reporting, a strong control environment and compliance with all applicable regulatory and accounting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Entity Controllership

• Responsible for all aspects of Legal Entity Controllership for State Street's regulated entities in Japan.

• Ensure completeness, accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting under Japan GAAP and applicable Group reporting requirements.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations performed by regional and global Finance support teams, including General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Intercompany, Fixed Assets and Financial Reporting processes.

• Coordinate monthly close activities and ensure proper governance over journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and financial control execution.

• Ensure appropriate accounting treatment of business initiatives, new products, transactions and regulatory developments.

• Act as the in-country Finance subject matter expert supporting local management and business strategy initiatives.

Regulatory Reporting

• Own the production, review and submission of all regulatory returns and prudential reporting required by local regulators including:

  • Financial Services Agency (FSA)

  • Bank of Japan (BOJ)

  • Local Finance Bureau and other regulatory authorities as applicable

• Ensure regulatory reporting is complete, accurate and submitted within prescribed timelines.

• Maintain and enhance governance, controls and documentation supporting the regulatory reporting framework.

• Monitor developments in local banking, trust banking and investment management regulations and assess implications on reporting requirements.

• Coordinate implementation of new regulatory requirements, consultations and reporting changes.

• Lead engagement with regulators during routine submissions, inspections, thematic reviews and regulatory inquiries.

Statutory Reporting and External Audit

• Lead the preparation and review of annual statutory financial statements and disclosures for all Japan entities.

• Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure timely completion of statutory audits.

• Coordinate resolution of audit findings, management letter points and accounting issues.

• Ensure compliance with all local filing requirements and statutory reporting obligations.

Governance, Risk and Controls

• Maintain a robust control environment supporting accounting, regulatory reporting and statutory reporting processes.

• Ensure key Finance controls are appropriately designed, documented and operating effectively.

• Support legal entity governance requirements, including Board, Audit Committee, Risk Committee and other governance forums as required.

• Provide management representations, control attestations, risk assessments and certifications where applicable.

• Partner with Business Controls, Risk Management, Compliance and Internal Audit teams to strengthen the overall control framework.

• Lead remediation efforts for Internal Audit, regulatory reviews and control findings.

Tax Oversight

• Coordinate with Ernst & Young and State Street Corporate Tax teams on:

  • Corporate tax compliance

  • Consumption tax compliance

  • Withholding tax matters

  • Transfer pricing matters

• Monitor changes to tax legislation and assess impact on local entities.

• Support tax audits, inspections and regulatory inquiries as required.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across:

  • Local business leadership

  • Regional APAC Finance teams

  • Global Accounting Operations

  • Corporate Tax

  • Treasury

  • Regulatory Reporting teams

  • Risk and Compliance functions

• Act as a trusted Finance adviser to local management and regional leadership.

• Provide clear communication and escalation of emerging risks, regulatory changes and financial reporting matters.

Projects and Strategic Initiatives

• Lead or support Finance transformation initiatives impacting Japan entities, including:

  • Regulatory reporting enhancements

  • Accounting system changes

  • Operating model transformation

  • Process standardization initiatives

  • New business and product implementations

• Support legal entity restructurings, capital initiatives and regulatory change programs where required.

• Drive automation, efficiency and control enhancement initiatives across Finance processes.

People Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of Officers and Finance professionals while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.

• Provide guidance, coaching and oversight to team members and shared service teams.

• Promote a strong risk and control culture within the Finance organization.

• Support business continuity and resiliency planning for Finance processes.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.

• Qualified Accountant (CPA, JICPA or equivalent preferred).

• Approximately 10–15 years of relevant experience within Banking, Asset Management, Financial Services or Public Accounting.

• Significant experience in:

  • Financial and regulatory reporting

  • Legal entity controllership

  • External audit management

  • Regulatory engagement

  • Internal controls and governance

• Experience dealing directly with Japanese regulators, including FSA and BOJ, strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of Banking Act, Trust Banking Act and Financial Instruments and Exchange Act reporting requirements.

• Experience operating within a multinational financial institution preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Japanese and English.

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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