Join our dynamic team to support Carro Japan's financial operations remotely from Malaysia. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and skilled finance professional proficient in Japanese and English, offering opportunities for occasional travel to Japan to collaborate with local teams and stakeholders.What you will do:
Manage day-to-day finance operations for Carro Japan, including marketplace transactions, inventory management, treasury, and related activities, ensuring that SLA requirements are consistently met.
Perform timely and accurate month-end closing for Carro Japan's marketplace business, ensuring compliance with group standards.
Provide insightful profitability and trend analysis on a monthly, year-to-date, and full-year basis, focusing on revenue and working capital.
Review monthly balance sheet ledgers to ensure all balances are reconciled, substantiated with supporting documentation, and aligned with Group finance policies.
Liaise remotely with external auditors to provide accurate workings and documentation during year-end audit fieldwork. Manage audits to ensure their timely and efficient completion.
Advise on control and process improvements to optimize routine finance tasks and enhance operational efficiency.
Oversee the preparation and submission of accurate and timely tax returns for the Japan entity, with guidance from tax advisors.
Support ad-hoc finance special projects and transformation initiatives as needed.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, both internal and external, to support business-led initiatives and projects relevant to the Japan market.
What you will need:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance or Accountancy, with at least 5 years of experience in financial and/or management accounting. CPA or equivalent qualifications are an advantage.
Fluency in Japanese and English is essential, with a proficiency level equivalent to JLPT N2 or higher.
Prior experience in a Big Four or mid-tier accounting firm, or within large tech companies, is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of IFRS, with expertise in areas such as revenue recognition, inventory valuation, finance leases, loan financing, and related party transactions.
Hands-on experience in designing and implementing financial controls. Familiarity with SOX controls is a plus.
Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage deadlines and deliver quality results.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively present findings and collaborate with stakeholders.
Demonstrable business, commercial, and financial acumen, particularly in the tech sector, with analytical and problem-solving skills.
Self-starter with a structured, hands-on approach to problem-solving and solution development.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and G Suite. Familiarity with ERP systems such as Netsuite and analytical tools like Tableau is advantageous.
Why join us?
Be part of a dynamic and innovative team driving growth in the automotive marketplace. This role offers the unique opportunity to support Carro Japan's financial operations remotely from Malaysia while leveraging your language and finance expertise to make a meaningful impact in a global organization.
About Carro
Carro has carved out a reputation as Southeast Asia's largest online automotive marketplace. This tech unicorn is a people-centric business with over 4,000 employees in 7 countries who speak 9 languages. Working here, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive team that drives innovation and change, and find a place that supports your growth and development. Visit us at www.carro.co
Why work with Carro?
Join the region's largest online automotive marketplace with offices in 7 countries.
Firsthand experience at reshaping the automotive industry using the latest technologies such as AI and machine learning.
Formal and informal learning and development programmes to support your growth and career progression.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, insurance and wellbeing.
Flexible working arrangements upon request.
Learn from some of the most experienced mentors in the technology and automotive space.
Meet and interact with colleagues from all around Asia.
Pursue opportunities to work at departments in other countries and regions.
Diverse and inclusive working environment with modern workspaces.
Fun and engaging employee events, initiatives, and celebrations.#J-18808-Ljbffr