POSITION: Chief Financial Officer (Japanese Bilingual)
LOCATION: Plano, TX area (no remote)
SALARY RANGE: 120-150K
BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision Ins., 401K, Paid Vacations, Holidays and more
VISA SPONSORSHIP: AVAILABLE
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: AVAILABLE WITH CAP
Company Overview
As part of our client company's ongoing business expansion in the North American market, they are strengthening the management structure of their U.S. subsidiary. They are now seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This position will lead the local organization with a primary focus on accounting, while also overseeing finance and legal functions. While working closely with headquarters, the CFO will be expected to make independent judgments and drive operations as a core member of the local management team.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting
-
Oversee monthly and annual closing under US GAAP
-
Manage tax filing processes in collaboration with external tax advisors
-
Handle internal and external audits (including J-SOX) and establish/operate internal controls
-
Prepare and submit consolidated reporting packages to headquarters
-
Note: Voluntary adoption of IFRS planned from FY ending January 2027
-
Promote accounting and tax compliance in coordination with HQ and local experts
Finance
-
Create and update cash flow forecasts, including capital investment planning
-
Improve cash efficiency through introduction and operation of a Cash Management System (CMS)
-
Arrange debt financing from local financial institutions
-
Implement and strengthen credit risk management in the North American market
-
Lead financial management in collaboration with HQ and local experts
Legal
-
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts (e.g., lease agreements, service agreements, sales contracts)
-
Manage litigation and disputes in coordination with external legal counsel
-
Ensure compliance with North American laws and regulations, including labor and data protection
-
Establish and operate a legal framework that enhances internal controls and governance
-
Drive legal initiatives in collaboration with HQ and local law firms/experts
Qualifications
Required:
-
Extensive expertise and practical experience in accounting, including US GAAP
-
Solid knowledge and hands-on experience in finance and legal, with the ability to make autonomous decisions and coordinate with internal and external experts
-
Proven leadership experience in managing teams and delivering results
-
Ability to drive initiatives independently while fostering dialogue, collaboration, and respect for others
-
Japanese bilingual
Preferred:
-
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) qualification in the United States
Additional Information
-
This position will report to the CFO and accounting/finance departments at Japan HQ, as well as the CEO of the U.S. subsidiary, overseeing all aspects of accounting, tax, audit, and treasury under US GAAP.
-
Corporate Planning, FP&A, and Analytics functions report to the CFO.
-
The primary workplace will be Dallas, Texas. Relocation assistance (with limits) and visa sponsorship will be available
To apply, please send resume to itatebayashi@pasona.com
#LI-IT1
