Japanese Speaking Accounting & HR Manager

good job creations (singapore) pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Job Creations (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. seeks an Accounting & HR Manager who speaks Japanese to oversee financial reporting, payroll, and HR initiatives within a manufacturing setting.

The role partners with Japan HQ to align processes and controls while ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in a combined accounting and HR role, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency in Japanese.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar accounting and HR role.
• Proficiency in Japanese for communicating and liaising with Japan HQ.
• Knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards and statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Singapore MOM regulations and HR best practices.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with management and employees at different levels.
• Willingness to work in the West area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, budgets, forecasts and variance analysis.
• Manage month-end closing and financial reporting to local management and Japan HQ.
• Review policies and controls and drive process improvements.
• Monitor cash flows and support cost-related manufacturing matters.
• Manage payroll, leave, inventory, costing and fixed assets using INFOR.
• Coordinate with auditors and tax consultants on company matters.
• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies and initiatives.
• Handle recruitment, compensation, HR policies and employee relations.
• Oversee payroll and HR information systems in Singapore.
• Support performance appraisals and workplace initiatives.
• Administer work pass processes and renewals.
• Coordinate hiring plans, resignations and confirmations.
• Manage government submissions including EDB and A*STAR reporting.
• Support ad-hoc administrative projects.

Skills

Proficiency in Japanese

Analytical skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Chartered Accountant qualification

Tools

INFOR

Job description

[Job ID: 1641224]

Accounting & HR Manager | Japanese Speaking | Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, budgets, forecasts and variance analysis.
• Manage timely and accurate month-end closing and financial reporting to local management and Japan HQ.
• Review financial policies and procedures and identify opportunities to improve processes, governance and internal controls.
• Monitor and forecast cash flows and support manufacturing cost-related matters with relevant process owners.
• Manage payroll, leave calculations, inventory stock counts, employee costing and fixed asset records using the INFOR system.
• Liaise with auditors, tax consultants and corporate secretarial service providers on company matters.
• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies and initiatives aligned with business needs.
• Manage recruitment, compensation and benefits administration, HR policies and employee-related matters.
• Handle employee relations and address workplace concerns in collaboration with management.
• Manage Singapore payroll, leave administration and HR information systems, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Oversee performance appraisal processes and support initiatives that promote a positive working environment.
• Manage work pass administration, including applications, renewals, cancellations and issuance.
• Coordinate with departments on hiring plans, resignations, employee confirmation and other HR matters.
• Manage statutory and government-related survey submissions, including EDB and A*STAR-related reporting.
• Support general administrative operations and undertake ad-hoc projects as assigned.

Requirements

Must Have

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar accounting and HR role.
• Proficiency in Japanese for communicating and liaising with Japan HQ.
• Sound knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards and relevant finance and statutory requirements.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Singapore MOM regulations and HR best practices.
• Strong analytical skills with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with management and employees at different levels.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in the West area.

Good to Have

• Experience using ERP systems, particularly INFOR.
• Chartered Accountant qualification.

What the Company Offers / Career Opportunity

• Broad ownership across both accounting and HR functions within a manufacturing organisation.
• Opportunity to work closely with management and Japan HQ across finance and people-related matters.
• Exposure to both operational and strategic aspects of accounting and HR.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements, governance and business operations in Singapore.

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