Finance and Accounting Manager

INABA-FOODS (EUROPE) GmbH; Düsseldorf; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

INABA-FOODS (EUROPE) GmbH is seeking an experienced Finance & Accounting Manager for its European Headquarters in Düsseldorf. You will oversee all finance, accounting, compliance, and payroll activities across 18 entities while leading a team of five professionals.

You will coordinate with HQ in Japan to ensure accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and alignment with global standards, driving efficiency and cross‑border collaboration across Europe.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of finance/accounting experience with leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of local GAAP, tax regulations, HGB, and IFRS.
• Experience managing multi-country finance operations within Europe.
• Fluent English; German and/or Japanese a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting according to local GAAP and group requirements.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports and country P&L statements to HQ in Japan.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Oversee accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, fixed assets, and payroll accounting.
• Ensure compliance with local tax, legal, and regulatory requirements across all entities.
• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors and tax advisors.
• Oversee payroll execution across 18 countries in collaboration with local providers.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a finance team of 5 employees.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and finance-related projects.
• Partner closely with senior management on financial topics.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

SAP

Excel

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

CPA/ACCA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

With over 200 years of tradition and excellence, we are a proud Japanese family-owned company and one of the most innovative brands in the global pet food industry. Our premium products set standards in quality, taste, and animal well-being.

We are currently looking for an experienced Finance & Accounting Manager (m/f/d) for our European Headquarter based in Düsseldorf.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all finance, accounting, compliance, and payroll activities across 18 European entities while leading a team of 5 finance professionals. Acting as the key interface between the European organization and HQ in Japan, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and alignment with global standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting according to local GAAP and group requirements
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports and country P&L statements to our HQ in Japan
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes
• Oversee accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, fixed assets, and payroll accounting
• Ensure compliance with local tax, legal, and regulatory requirements across all entities
• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors and tax advisors
• Oversee accurate and timely payroll execution across 18 countries in collaboration with local providers
• Lead, develop, and mentor a finance team of 5 employees
• Drive process improvements, automation, and finance-related projects
• Partner closely with senior management and operational departments on financial topics

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA preferred
• Minimum 10 years of finance/accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of local GAAP, tax regulations, HGB, and IFRS
• Experience managing multi-country finance operations within Europe
• Solid understanding of international payroll processes
• Experience in international organizations and HQ-structures
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Fluent English required; German and/or Japanese is a plus
• SAP and advanced MS Excel skills preferred

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