Senior Finance Associate, East Asia

Posted 7 Days Ago
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Tokyo, JPN
In-Office
Senior level
Financial Services
The Role
Lead monthly and periodic closings, prepare financial statements and disclosures, coordinate audits and tax filings, perform US GAAP consolidation and expense analysis, calculate and bill management and performance fees, manage AP vendor relationships, and support global LEC system implementations.
Summary Generated by Built In
Native Level Japanese Language is required.About the RoleAs a Legal Entity Controller (LEC), you will be responsible for financial statement preparation, audit coordination, and collaboration with tax advisors on tax filings. You will also handle management fee and performance fee billing for discretionary investment mandates, manage third-party AP vendors, and review their deliverables. Working closely with global finance teams, you will help ensure accurate, timely financial operations and deliver high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.Key Responsibilities
  • Lead monthly closing, financial reporting, and cash flow management for Japan and Korea legal entities
  • Drive annual and semi-annual closing processes, including preparation of financial statements and financial disclosure documents
  • Support external audits and coordinate with tax advisors on corporate tax filings
  • Perform US GAAP consolidation analysis and expense management related to fund investments where the firm serves as General Partner
  • Calculate and process management fees and performance fees for discretionary investment mandates, and manage the billing cycle
  • Manage relationships with external AP vendors and review monthly expense settlements
  • Participate in global LEC-related system implementation and upgrade projects
Required
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Finance or an analytical role (e.g., Big 4 consulting or public accounting)
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines independently
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with a customer service mindset
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and email applications
  • Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and sound judgment in addressing challenges
  • Collaborative team player, eager to contribute to the growth of the platform
Preferred / Nice to Have
  • Japan CPA qualification
  • Fluent or business-level English for global communication
Why Join UsIf you take pride in getting the details right, improving processes, and building trusted partnerships across teams, we’d like to hear from you. Bring your perspective, sharpen your expertise in a truly global finance organization, and grow with a team that values ownership, integrity, and thoughtful collaboration.

Applicants must be authorized and have the right to work in the country where the role is located without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Neuberger is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact [email protected].

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Skills Required

  • Native level Japanese language
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Finance or an analytical role (e.g., Big 4 consulting or public accounting)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and email applications
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with a customer service mindset
  • Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and sound judgment
  • Collaborative team player eager to contribute to platform growth
  • Authorized to work in the country without current or future sponsorship
  • Japan CPA qualification
  • Fluent or business-level English

Neuberger Berman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Retirement Support Employer-funded retirement contributions are widely highlighted as a standout perk that materially strengthens total rewards. Feedback suggests this benefit often offsets concerns about lower cash compensation.
  • Healthcare Strength Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is characterized as solid and reliable. Feedback suggests health benefits are a stable pillar of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO and paid leave are commonly viewed as supportive within the industry context. Feedback suggests time-off policies contribute meaningfully to perceived overall value.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
2,667 Employees
Year Founded: 1939

What We Do

Neuberger Berman, founded in 1939, is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. The firm manages a range of strategies—including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity, real estate and hedge funds—on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally. With offices in 25 countries, Neuberger Berman’s diverse team has over 2,400 professionals. For eight consecutive years, the company has been named first or second in Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management survey (among those with 1,000 employees or more). In 2020, the PRI named Neuberger Berman a Leader, a designation awarded to fewer than 1% of investment firms for excellence in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. The PRI also awarded Neuberger Berman an A+ in every eligible category for our approach to ESG integration across asset classes. For important disclosures: http://www.nb.com/linkedin

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