Financial Accounting Manager - Rakuten Symphony Financial Management Department (RSFMD)

Job Description

Business Overview

Rakuten Group provides more than 70 services in a wide range of fields, including e-commerce, travel, digital content, and other Internet services in Japan and overseas, as well as financial services such as credit cards, banking, securities, electronic money, and smartphone app payments, mobile services such as mobile carrier services, and professional sports.

By organically linking these services through a membership system centered on Rakuten members, Rakuten has created a unique “Rakuten ecosystem” that is unlike any other.

• Our Businesses Key Figures

corp.rakuten.co.jp/careers/services

Department Overview

You will be responsible for handling the accounting operations of Rakuten Group subsidiaries and businesses. This position is assigned to the Financial Accounting Section of Rakuten Symphony Financial Management Department, Rakuten Group, Inc.

The Accounting team (in charge of overseas operations) is promoting the establishment of a global financial and accounting operational structure to support rapid business expansion in terms of both operations and governance.

As a member of the accounting team, this position will involve not only daily accounting tasks but also participate in various projects, such as planning and establishment of new operations, improvement activities, and co-working with overseas group companies on a wide range of areas.

Position:

Why We Hire

We are seeking an initiative-taking and experienced Financial Accounting Manager to join our global accounting team. This role is pivotal in supporting our rapid business expansion by establishing robust financial operational structures and strengthening governance across our international subsidiaries. The successful candidate will manage complex accounting operations, oversee group-wide financial workflows, and lead strategic projects to enhance operational efficiency.

Position Details

Key Responsibilities

• Core Accounting Operations: Lead the annual, quarterly, and monthly closing processes for domestic entities. Oversee general accounting, including journal entries, accounts payable/receivable management, and the preparation of financial statements and consolidation packages.
• Asset & Compliance Management: Manage fixed assets, specifically focusing on system development costs, R&D expenditures, and software capitalization. Ensure compliance with statutory audits, J-SOX requirements, and internal audit standards.
• Regulatory Reporting: Prepare mandatory documentation in accordance with the Companies Act of Japan.
• Subsidiary Governance: Provide oversight and support to international subsidiaries (U.S., Europe, Singapore, and India), ensuring alignment with group accounting policies.
• Strategic Projects: Design, implement, and optimize accounting processes and systems. Formulate group-wide accounting policies and promote their adoption to enhance financial governance and operational efficiency.

Work Environment

Organizational Structure

• Headcount: Approx. 20 people in the Rakuten Symphony Financial Management Department (5-10 people per section)
• Age Group: Primarily 20s and 30s
• New Graduates vs. Mid-career Hires: 2:8

Background of Mid-Career Hire

Joined Rakuten Group, Inc. after working at a Big 4 accounting firm, where the primary focus was serving general trading company clients. At Rakuten, was involved in the company-wide consolidated financial closing process before joining the Rakuten Symphony Financial Management Department, where responsibilities included both accounting operations and team management.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of professional accounting experience, with a proven track record in operational improvement.
• Technical Proficiency: Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS and Japan GAAP.
• Languages: Native-level proficiency in Japanese; Business-level proficiency in English (capable of coordinating with global teams via video conference and email).
• Tools: Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Soft Skills: Strong logical thinking, ability to act independently, initiative-taking approach to new challenges, and exceptional stakeholder management skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing overseas subsidiaries or working in a global corporate environment.
• Professional background in the IT/System Integration or Telecommunications sectors.
• Experience in business consulting or professional services.
• Proficiency in implementing or utilizing major ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Knowledge of international accounting standards and taxation frameworks (Japan, Singapore, USA, Germany, or India).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent degree in Finance/Accounting.

Other Information:

Additional information on Location

Rakuten Crimson House

1-14-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo

Additional information on English Qualification

TOEIC score of 800 or higher (or proof of equivalent English proficiency via certification or a university degree-or higher-from an English-speaking country).

Proof of qualification is required by the time the job offer is issued.

For candidates who do not possess a score or the necessary documentation, we will provide information regarding the TOEIC IP test administered by our company during the selection process.

Related Pages

• Employee Benefits: global.rakuten.com/corp/careers/benefit
• Employee Conditions: global.rakuten.com/corp/careers/information
• Culture: global.rakuten.com/corp/careers/culture

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Languages:

English (Overall - 3 - Advanced), Japanese (Overall - 4 - Fluent)