Senior Financial Accounting Manager- Japan Operations

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

Summary:

Mujin is the future of industrial robotic systems in production and distribution environments. Our technology gives robots perception and awareness, enabling them to take on more advanced tasks. We aim to revolutionize the use of robotics within industry to free human resources from labor-intensive tasks to focus on more intellectual challenges.

We are seeking a highly skilled and bilingual Sr. Financial Accounting Manager – Japan Operations to oversee our Japan-based accounting, statutory reporting, and consolidated financial operations. This strategic role is based in our Atlanta office and will work closely with our Tokyo-based team, requiring expert-level Japanese fluency (reading, writing, speaking). The role serves as a key partner to the Global CFO Office, supporting the development of scalable financial infrastructure, internal controls, and global reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & Policy

• Prepare and oversee Japan statutory financial statements in compliance with JGAAP and local filing requirements
• Analyze the impact of new accounting standards, regulatory changes, or complex transactions
• Establish and enforce group-wide accounting policies and ensure global consistency
• Support internal and external stakeholder reporting (e.g., internal management, vendors, regulatory bodies)

2. Accounting Standards & Technical Leadership

• Lead development and updates to Mujin’s Global Accounting Manual
• Act as the go-to expert on advanced accounting topics across GAAP frameworks (US GAAP, IFRS, JGAAP)
• Coordinate projects addressing changes in accounting standards or audit compliance
• Oversee financial consolidation, cash flow reports, and budget vs. actual variance analysis

3. Internal Controls & Audit Management

• Ensure robust internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including documentation and testing
• Design and monitor controls for general ledger, cash, tax, and transactional integrity
• Lead audit planning and coordinate with external auditors (Big 4 or equivalent)
• Collaborate with internal audit and risk functions on governance, SOX readiness (if applicable), and risk mitigation

4. Consolidation & Global Intercompany Transactions

• Oversee intercompany eliminations, transfer pricing documentation, and currency conversion processes
• Standardize and validate monthly reporting packages from Japan-based entities
• Maintain reconciliations for key balance sheet and P&L accounts, including multi-entity and multi-currency roll-ups
• Ensure compliance with intra-group transaction rules and Group Tax policy

5. Systems, Process Improvement & Transformation

• Partner with FP&A and IT to optimize ERP systems (e.g., reporting, close automation, dashboarding)
• Drive continuous improvement in monthly close timelines and reporting accuracy
• Design scalable processes suitable for rapid growth and global expansion
• Contribute to automation, data integrity, and standardization efforts across finance

6. Business Collaboration & Strategic Finance Alignment

• Align with global stakeholders across Finance (FP&A, Treasury, Tax), Legal, and Operations
• Actively participate in strategic finance initiatives tied to IPO-readiness, M&A, or expansion
• Serve as a cross-border liaison between Atlanta and Tokyo teams-bridging language, time zones, and financial operations

7. Team Leadership & Knowledge Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop Tokyo-based accounting staff and US-based Sr. Accountant
• Build and scale a high-performing global reporting and disclosure team
• Lead training and knowledge-sharing initiatives to improve technical accounting depth and team cross-functionality

Qualifications & Requirements

• CPA, Chartered Accountant, or equivalent certification required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; advanced degree a plus
• Expert-level Japanese language proficiency (written, verbal, reading) and strong English fluency
• Ability to work daily from Mujin’s U.S. headquarters in Suwanee, GA
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or audit roles, including international exposure
• Strong understanding of global accounting frameworks (US GAAP, IFRS, JGAAP)
• Experience leading audits with Big 4 or public company audit standards
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical rigor, and organizational capability
• Proven ability to lead teams across time zones and cultures

Preferred Skills

• Experience with IPO readiness, SEC reporting, or TSE/Japan Financial Services Agency filings
• Familiarity with project accounting, long-term revenue recognition (e.g., % of Completion, ASC 606)
• ERP implementation or systems transformation experience (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP)
• Background in engineering, software, or robotics industries a plus

Work Environment & Travel

• Travel Requirement: Less than 5%
• Prolonged periods of computer use and sedentary work
• Ability to work extended hours when coordinating across Japan-U.S. time zones

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

• Travel Requirement: Less than 5%
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to work extended hours when coordinating across Japan-U.S. time zones

This Position Description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements.

Mujin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.