Business Controller, Product Company Japan (in Yachiyo)

Your role

-Track and analyze R&D project expenditures, including labor, materials, equipment, and overhead
-Monitor actual costs versus budgeted/forecasted costs, identifying variances and root causes
-Work with R&D teams to ensure accurate allocation and documentation of project costs.
-Maintain cost records and support compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.
-Collaborate with R&D to develop annual and project-level R&D budgets.
-Prepare rolling forecasts and update projections based on project progress and market changes.
-Provide financial modeling and scenario analysis for new and ongoing R&D initiatives.
-Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process improvements.
-Support implementation of cost control measures, such as phased prototyping.
-Communicate financial risks and opportunities to R&D and finance leadership teams.
-Assist with audits and provide documentation for regulatory or tax compliance as needed.
-Develop annual Capex budgets in collaboration with all departments.
-Prepare and present regular reports on Capex spending, forecasts, and key financial metrics to managements. 
-Supervise treasury and administrative tasks done by local financial analyst and GBS

To succeed, you will need

-Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field (CPA/CMA preferred)
-Manufacturing cost analysis or plant finance experience, preferably in a senior role
-Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, standard costing systems, and variance analysis techniques
-Knowledge of Janapese accounting/tax regulations
-Familiary with local treasury operations 
-Advanced proficiency with ERP as well as Microsoft Excel and BI reporting tools.
-Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with proven ability to explain financial data to operational teams.
-Detail-oriented, highly organized, and adaptable to evolving business needs.
-Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
-Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

In return, we offer

•  Culture of trust and accountability
•  Lifelong learning and career growth
•  Innovation powered by people
•  Comprehensive compensation and benefits
•  Health and well-being

Job location

Hybrid
This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our Yachiyo Factory in Chiba, Japan

Contact information

Further Contact Details

Should you have additional questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Team:

Talent Acquisition Team: Takara Kubota