Bilingual Global FP&A Strategist with AI Focus

Panasonic; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, etc

Educational assistance

On-site cafeterias

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America is seeking a Financial Strategist to oversee FP&A and global financial reporting, including English and Japanese executives’ summaries. You will partner with the VP/Senior Finance Manager and cross‑site teams to drive accurate forecasts, KPI tracking, and strategic financial frameworks that support growth and cost management in PECNA.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, real-time insights, and collaboration with manufacturing,

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of direct experience in Executive Reporting in English and Japanese.
• 10+ years of Finance or Accounting in multinational organizations located in the U.S. or Japan.
• Working-level English and Japanese skills—reading, writing, speaking.
• Obtains USCPA or similar certification.
• Proven FP&A and Financial Reporting experience.
• Knowledge of SAP, Oracle, or another fully integrated ERP system.
• Experience with AI tools and EPM systems.

Responsibilities

• Partner with teams to prepare financial analysis and documents for global executives.
• Lead strategic opportunities to invest or optimize growth and cash flow.
• Drive AI-enabled data-driven decision making and new systems implementations.
• Create financial reports in English and Japanese for executives.
• Develop monthly/quarterly management reporting packages (forecast, closing, planning).

Skills

Executive Reporting

English & Japanese

FP&A

ERP Systems

AI in Finance

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Accounting/Finance/Economics

Tools

SAP

Oracle

EPM

Job description

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America is seeking a Financial Strategist to oversee FP&A and global financial reporting, including English and Japanese executives’ summaries. You will partner with the VP/Senior Finance Manager and cross‑site teams to drive accurate forecasts, KPI tracking, and strategic financial frameworks that support growth and cost management in PECNA.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, real-time insights, and collaboration with manufacturing,