[Japan] Specialist, Group Accounting

As a specialty company focused on the ophthalmology field, Santen aims to contribute to the realization of "Happiness with Vision" for people by providing valuable products and services to patients, consumers, and healthcare professionals around the world.

Since our founding in Japan in 1890, we have pursued the maintenance and promotion of people's eye health for many years under our basic philosophy of "Participating in the Mysteries of Nature." Our responsibility is to continue contributing to the realization of better ophthalmic care by transforming treatment flows through providing solutions that eliminate bottlenecks in the diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic diseases, in order to create a future where as many patients as possible can lead happy and prosperous lives. Santen will bring together diverse strengths and do its utmost to realize a society where people around the world can experience happiness through "seeing."

In the Accounting & Tax Group, we are looking for an accounting specialist to support the Manager as a leader in settlement operations. This department functions as the controlling department for statutory accounting, tax, and finance within the Santen Group and contributes to solving various management issues. Specifically, we are looking for applicants who are eager to grow with the company by playing an important role through the following types of duties.

＜Scope of Work＞ Consolidated accounting operations, non-consolidated accounting operations, preparation of statutory disclosure documents, fixed asset operations, cost accounting operations, tax filing-related operations, finance/cash management operations, internal control-related operations, and other general operations related to accounting, tax, and finance, etc.

＜Role＞ Play a central role in accounting and tax duties in accordance with relevant laws and accounting standards. Collaborate with domestic and international stakeholders to address management issues and organize practical operations. Play a central role in discussions and negotiations with audit firms and tax authorities during accounting audits and tax investigations. Autonomously propose solutions under broad guidelines and directions, while providing guidance to junior-level employees.

＜Specific Examples of Implementation＞ Lead non-consolidated/consolidated settlement work and the preparation of disclosure documents based on IFRS. Propose and seek judgment from the Manager as necessary to drive operations autonomously. Conduct optimal studies and proposals regarding global tax issues from the perspectives of both compliance and tax optimization. Contribute to improving the team's work quality and productivity by obtaining the latest information on changes in accounting standards and regulations, researching other companies' cases, and sharing ideas. Contribute to improving the performance of the entire team by providing guidance to junior-level employees using professional knowledge and skills.

• Nissho Boki Grade 1–2 (Preferred requirement: Certified Public Accountant qualification)
• Accounting and tax knowledge at a level capable of discussing with audit firms and tax authorities, and practical experience in these areas
• Practical experience in consolidated/non-consolidated settlement/statutory disclosure operations at a headquarters level
• TOEIC 730 or higher, ability to participate in meetings in English
• Knowledge of IFRS and Japanese accounting standards
• Advanced Excel and intermediate or higher PPT skills
• Leadership to autonomously collaborate with stakeholders and drive operations
• Objective analytical skills, logical thinking, negotiation skills, and communication skills