Accounting Director

Tokyo Gas America, Ltd.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Company holidays

Hybrid work option

Job summary

Tokyo Gas America Ltd. in Houston seeks an Accounting Director to lead accounting and financial reporting for a globally connected organization.

This CPA-led leadership role partners with executive management, Tokyo Gas Headquarters, subsidiaries, and external stakeholders to strengthen financial governance and develop a high-performing team. You will oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close, advise on U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and an active CPA license.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with 7+ years in management.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and complex accounting principles.
• Demonstrated leadership in financial reporting and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel for financial analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead consolidated financial reporting and close processes for the company and subsidiaries.
• Provide technical leadership on complex accounting matters, including derivatives and hedge accounting.
• Support acquisitions, divestitures, and financing transactions; oversee budgeting and forecasting.
• Oversee the financial statement audit process and manage external relations.
• Improve systems, controls, and processes through cross-functional collaboration.
• Coach and develop the Accounting team and liaise with headquarters.

Skills

Leadership

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license

Tools

SAP

Diva

OneStream

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Houston, Texas
Department: Accounting
Reports to: Senior Vice President, Accounting
Employment Type: Full-time, Local Hire

Be an Energy Driver

Tokyo Gas America Ltd. is seeking an experienced Accounting Director to lead accounting and financial reporting for a growing, globally connected organization. This highly visible role partners with executive management, Tokyo Gas Headquarters, subsidiaries, and external stakeholders to strengthen financial governance, improve accounting infrastructure, and develop a high‑performing team. If you are a CPA who combines deep technical accounting expertise with strong leadership and business partnership skills, this opportunity offers meaningful influence across the organization.

About Tokyo Gas America

Tokyo Gas America Ltd. operates within the Tokyo Gas Group and works closely with Tokyo Gas Headquarters and subsidiary teams. Our environment is built on the core values of Challenge, Responsibility, Respect, and Sincerity, fostering continuous learning, proactive ownership, mutual respect, and sincere care for our stakeholders and the future. The Accounting Director plays an important role in supporting corporate objectives while helping strengthen systems, processes, controls, and reporting capabilities.

A Day in the Life

As Accounting Director, you will balance strategic leadership with hands‑on oversight of complex accounting matters. You will guide monthly, quarterly, and annual close and reporting activities; advise on U.S. GAAP reporting requirements; partner with business leaders on budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis; and lead accounting assessments for significant transactions. You will also coach the Accounting team, collaborate across subsidiaries, and communicate financial insights to senior leaders and Tokyo Gas Headquarters.

What You’ll Do

• Lead consolidated financial reporting and close processes across Tokyo Gas America and its subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy, consistency, compliance, and timely reporting.
• Provide technical leadership on complex accounting matters, including derivatives, hedge accounting, business combinations, and application of U.S. GAAP.
• Support acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, financing transactions, new investments, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
• Lead the financial statement audit process and manage relationships with external auditors and accounting advisors, including KPMG and EY.
• Improve accounting systems, processes, controls, workflows, and operational efficiency through cross functional collaboration.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounting team while building trusted relationships with headquarters, local leadership, and subsidiary teams.

Work Schedule & Environment

This is a full‑time, local‑hire position based in Houston, Texas. A hybrid work option is available subject to business needs. The role works across a multicultural, global corporate environment and requires effective collaboration with stakeholders in the U.S. and Japan.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and an active CPA license.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including at least 7 years of management experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and complex accounting principles.
• Demonstrated leadership in financial reporting, internal controls, and financial close processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting or finance experience in the energy industry.
• Experience with SAP, Diva, OneStream, or similar ERP, consolidation, and financial reporting systems.
• Experience working in a multicultural corporate environment and collaborating with overseas headquarters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Exposure to J‑GAAP and experience collaborating with a Japan‑based headquarters or cross‑functional team are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary ranging from $190,000 to $225,000, based on qualifications, experience, and market considerations. This position is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), medical, dental and vision insurance, short‑term disability, life insurance, education assistance, paid time off, company holidays, and a hybrid work option subject to business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Tokyo Gas America Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.