Finance Director, Japan

Job Description

Peak Energy is seeking a Regional Finance Director to lead its finance team in Asia. The Regional Finance Director will report to the Chief Financial Officer and oversee the creation of the regional finance hub. This includes setting up standardized financial and systems processes, ERP systems, and management of accounting, financial closes, treasury facilities, and internal controls. The role also involves evaluating insourcing options for tax and accounting functions and supporting M&A transactions in the region.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and lead offshore regional finance back office
• Define and optimize financial toolset while developing and updating KPI’s
• Lead the implementation of ERP systems and standardize financial processes
• Oversee financial accounting, monthly, quarterly, and year-end close procedures
• Own the budgeting and forecasting regionally ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Support M&A transactions in the region

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, accounting, or a related field; advanced degree and /or CPA highly desirable
• Experience in setting up ERP systems and standardizing financial processes
• Strong background in financial accounting, close processes, tax, accounting, and FPA activities
• Prior experience in audit with one of the Big 4 accounting firms and /or regional finance role in an MNC is a distinct advantage
• Experience in managing and evaluating out/ insourced functions
• Experience in supporting M&A transactions, focusing on operational finance needs
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Peak Energy offers:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A chance to make a significant impact on the renewable energy sector