Senior Financial Accountant

Role: Senior Financial Accountant

Location: Tokyo, Japan

About MiQ 

We’re MiQ, a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, so you will be too. No matter the role or the location, we’re all united in the vision to lead the programmatic industry and make it better. 

As a Senior Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring robust financial operations, compliance, and reporting accuracy. This role combines hands-on accounting with cross-functional collaboration, supporting both local statutory obligations and group-level reporting requirements. You will oversee general ledger, AP/AR, tax filings, payroll coordination, and month-end close, while also partnering with JAPAC and UK central finance teams to align processes and deliver financial insights for strategic decision-making. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Operations Setup & Transition 
•  Collaborate with the consulting firm to document current processes, identify improvement opportunities, and progressively transition them in‑house. 
• Implement scalable finance workflows and systems for billing, expense management, payroll, and insurance administration. 

• Accounting & Reporting 
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR, expense management, and reconciliations. 
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting under JGAAP and IFRS. 
• Prepare management accounts, variance analyses, and financial statements for local and regional review. 

• Compliance & Tax Oversight 
• Ensure compliance with Japanese statutory requirements (National Tax Agency filings, social security, consumption tax, withholding tax). 
•  Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors on statutory filings, tax returns, and audit requirements. 
• Monitor updates to accounting/tax regulations and advise management on implications.

•  Cross-Regional Collaboration 
• Coordinate with JAPAC regional finance and UK central finance teams to align reporting standards, consolidation requirements, and system integration. 
• Support cross-border projects such as budgeting, forecasting, and group audit requests. 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration 
• Partner with HR to ensure payroll accuracy, benefits administration, and labor compliance. 
• Work with commercial and operations teams to ensure proper revenue recognition, client billing, and expense allocation. 
• Collaborate with Legal and Compliance on contracts, regulatory issues, and risk management. 
• Provide financial insights to support business leaders in decision-making and Japan market growth. 
• Process Improvement & Controls 
• Develop and document finance procedures to strengthen internal controls and efficiency. 
• Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization. 
• Contribute to the implementation of ERP or financial systems upgrades. 

Qualifications & Skills 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (CPA, USCPA, or equivalent qualification strongly preferred). 
• Experience: 5–7 years in accounting or finance, with solid experience in Japan statutory compliance and multinational reporting. 
• Technical Skills: Proficient in ERP/accounting systems, strong MS Excel skills, knowledge of JGAAP and IFRS. 
• Language Skills: Fluent in English required for cross-border communication. ● Stakeholder & Project Management Experience - transitioning operations in-house; cross-team and cross-region collaboration 
• Other Skills - 

○ Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with a passion for process improvement and operational excellence 

○ Extremely strong analytical, problem-solving skills and business acumen ○ Strong communications skills 

○ A growth mindset and an ability to navigate regional expansion 

○ Project and time management skills 

○ Analytical mindset, sense of ownership, ethical, and demonstrated accountability in fast-paced environments

What’s in it for you?

MiQ is incredibly proud to foster a welcoming culture. We do everything possible to make sure everyone feels valued for what they bring. With global teams committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we’re always moving towards becoming an even better place to work. 

Values:

Our values are so much more than statements. They unite MiQers in every corner of the world. They shape the way we work and the decisions we make. And they inspire us to stay true to ourselves and to aim for better. Our values are there to be embraced by everyone, so that we naturally live and breathe them. Just like inclusivity, our values flow through everything we do - no matter how big or small.

• We do what we love - Passion 
• We figure it out - Determination 
• We anticipate the unexpected - Agility 
• We always unite - Unite
• We dare to be unconventional - Courage  

Benefits: 

Every region and office has specific perks and benefits, but every person joining MiQ can expect:

• A hybrid work environment 
• New hire orientation with job specific onboarding and training  
• Internal and global mobility opportunities 
• Competitive healthcare benefits  
• Bonus and performance incentives 
• Generous annual PTO, paid parental leave, with two additional paid days to acknowledge holidays, cultural events, or inclusion initiatives 
• Employee resource groups designed to connect people across all MiQ regions, drive action, and support our communities

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