Finance (Japan) – AVP

Job description

About Us: Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited (“Huatai International” or “the Company”), is the only overseas wholly-owned or controlled subsidiary of Huatai Securities. Huatai International is the Huatai Group’s international arm which plays as a crucial role in the group's internationalization strategy by: a) not only providing offshore capital market services (and a global business platform) but also provides onshore clients with valuable cross-border capital market services (aligned with the mainland China government’s policies and commercial intentions); b) actively making use of Huatai Securities’ leading position, distribution network and customer base in mainland China; c) integrating on a global basis across many jurisdictions and regions, a successful and fully integrated international financial platform with innovative financial services solutions. Huatai International operates as a holding company for consolidating all of the group’s cross-border businesses and companies under one umbrella, offering a truly unified and international business platform. In recognition of such international strength, the renowned international rating agency Standard and Poor’s has assigned Huatai International a “BBB+” rating (for long term) and “A-2” (for short-term). Job Description: Accounting and closing accounts Responsible for the company's daily accounting processes, including the recognition, measurement, and recording of income, expenses, assets, liabilities, equity, and receivables. Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual closing, preparing closing plans, and completing related accounting entries, account checks, and balance reconciliation on time. Regularly reconcile general ledger and subsidiary ledgers, bank accounts, securities business data, and related business system data, promptly investigate and address discrepancies. Responsible for accounting and management of fixed assets, advance payments, accrued expenses, related-party transactions and payables, and other key accounts. Organize and maintain accounting vouchers, contracts, invoices, and supporting documents to ensure accounting archives are complete and meet retention requirements. Financial reporting and analysis Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and group submission reports to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and timely submission. Prepare statutory financial statements and related disclosure materials, and assist in reviewing and adjusting financial statements. Conduct analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts, explaining significant fluctuations, abnormal items, and budget execution discrepancies. Provide management with the necessary financial data, operational analysis, and specialized financial information. Regulatory, tax, and audit support Submit regulatory capital, financial resources, and other financial data and supporting documents required for regulatory filings in accordance with local Japanese regulatory requirements. Completed financial filing requirements from the Financial Services Agency (FSA), Japan Securities Dealers Association (JSDA), and other relevant organizations. Cooperate with external audits, internal audits, tax declarations, and regulatory inspections, and promptly provide working papers, vouchers, explanations, and follow-up materials for rectification. Pay attention to changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and regulatory requirements, assess their impact on accounting treatment and financial reporting, and provide implementation recommendations. Internal controls and process optimization Implement group accounting policies, financial systems, and authorization requirements to ensure all accounting treatments comply with established processes and control standards. Participate in the establishment and optimization of financial processes, accounting subjects, report templates, and system controls to improve closing efficiency and data quality. Identify risks or control gaps in daily accounting and reporting processes, propose improvement suggestions, and follow up on implementation. Assist the business, operations, compliance, risk, and headquarters finance teams in handling cross-departmental financial matters. Funding and other financial support Assist with bank account management, cash flow monitoring, payment review, and fund balance verification. Assist with budgeting, rolling forecasting, cost control, and financial resource monitoring. Complete other financial accounting, reporting, and special tasks assigned by direct supervisors. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or above in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field. Over 5 years of relevant experience in accounting, auditing, or financial reporting, with preference given to those with experience in securities firms, investment banks, asset management companies, or other regulated financial institutions. Familiar with general ledger accounting, financial closing, financial statement preparation, subject reconciliation, and financial analysis processes. Ability to independently handle complex accounting matters, identify discrepancies, and drive problem-solving. Understanding of Japan's accounting, tax, and financial regulatory environment, or the ability to quickly learn relevant requirements. Experience coordinating with external auditors, tax advisors, and relevant internal departments. Experience in securities business accounting, regulatory capital reporting, financial instruments accounting, or cross-border group statements is preferred. Experience in establishing new financial institutions, launching accounting systems, building financial processes, or migrating data is preferred. Experience working in Chinese-funded, Hong Kong-funded, or international financial institutions is preferred. Candidates holding JICPA, CPA, US CPA, ACCA, or equivalent qualifications are preferred. Solid mastery of accounting standards, financial reporting, and basic internal control, with good numerical sensitivity. Proficient in Excel and common financial systems, able to process and reconcile large-scale financial data. Meticulous and rigorous work experience, strong sense of responsibility, time management skills, and multitasking abilities. Strong analytical judgment, problem-solving, written expression, and cross-departmental communication skills. Able to adapt to streamlined teams and the setup phase, possessing independent execution skills and a sense of teamwork. Possess a high level of professional ethics, confidentiality awareness, risk awareness, and compliance awareness. Japanese must meet business communication and written proficiency levels, and be able to handle daily audits, tax matters, and communication with local professional agencies. English proficiency must meet business communication and written presentation proficiency. Candidates with Mandarin or Cantonese communication skills are preferred, able to collaborate smoothly with the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong headquarters. Maintain close collaboration with regional headquarters/group finance teams, as well as local business, operations, compliance, risk, and external professional organizations in Japan.