[Japan] Senior Accountant

Introduction

Our business is expanding quickly, and we are scaling the finance function accordingly.
Currently, we are looking for a Senior Accountant who will work closely with the EVP of Finance to support the monthly close, audit and tax compliance, and the improvement of core finance processes suitable for a high-growth startup environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys “building while running” — executing with precision while continuously improving workflows and financial operations over time.

About Edgecortix

EdgeCortix is driving innovation in semiconductor solutions for the connected intelligent edge. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in the United States and India, the company develops silicon-based, energy-efficient AI processors purpose-built for Generative AI workloads at the edge. The company’s patented hardware-software co-design methodology enables highly efficient runtime-reconfigurable AI accelerators, delivering industry-leading performance-per-watt for edge inference across defense, aerospace, smart cities, Industry 4.0, robotics and telecommunications applications.

Role & responsibilities:

In close collaboration with the EVP of Finance, you will support accurate and timely financial reporting across entities and contribute to the improvement of scalable accounting and management reporting processes.
In a fast-paced startup setting, success means delivering both speed and accuracy, proactively identifying gaps, and supporting the implementation of practical solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Depending on your experience, you will support and contribute to the following areas:

Financial Accounting / Closing

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing process for all entities.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and closing schedules
• Assist with day-to-day accounting operations (AP/expenses/payments/cash activities as needed)
• Work with the EVP of Finance to improve efficiency and shorten close timelines

Budgeting / Forecasting / Financial Modeling

• Support annual budget planning and rolling forecasts
• Support the preparation and maintenance of financial models (P&L / cash forecast / headcount planning, etc.)
• Help prepare structured financial reports and analyses to support management decision-making

Cost Accounting / Operational Finance Foundation

• Support basic cost tracking and cost allocation activities
• Support the EVP of Finance, as needed, in maintaining finance-related templates, documentation, and workflow guidelines appropriate for a scaling startup.

Audit Support

• Support external audits: prepare schedules, evidence, and respond to audit inquiries
• Coordinate with internal teams and external auditors under the guidance of the EVP of Finance to help address audit-related matters efficiently.

Tax Compliance Support

• Support tax compliance processes in collaboration with external tax advisors
• Assist in preparing data and documentation for corporate tax, consumption tax, withholding tax, and related filings

What Makes This Role Unique

• Hands-on involvement while working closely with the EVP of finance
• Exposure across accounting, management reporting, and operational finance activities
• Opportunity to contribute to improving finance operations in a mission-driven, international startup
• Broad visibility into how finance supports company growth and global expansion

Desired Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications (Must Have)

• 5+ years of accounting experience in Japan (or equivalent)
• Solid experience owning monthly closing as the main person in charge
• Experience supporting audits (preparing documents, responding to questions, etc.)
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, financial analysis)
• Business-level English communication skills (both written and verbal) to collaborate with global stakeholders (U.S. / India teams, auditors, etc.)
  

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Startup / high-growth company experience
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling experience
• Cost accounting experience (especially related to hardware/manufacturing)
• Experience working in an international/cross-border environment (subsidiary reporting, consolidation, etc.)
• Experience in the semiconductor industry (or related deep-tech / hardware industry)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proactive and reliable team player
• Comfortable working in an environment with change and evolving priorities
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility and follow-through
• Strong communicator who can work cross-functionally and with external partners

What’s in it for you?

Make a difference: you will have the opportunity to join a well-funded and rapidly growing fabless AI semiconductor company that is disrupting the AI software and hardware across the edge AI landscape. Be an integral part of its growth and momentum.

Benefits and Perks

• Highly competitive salary and stock options as applicable
• Flex work time
• Top-tier employee benefits