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RELX

Global information analytics and decision tools

Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable/ReceivableUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeTokyo, JapanNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Accounts Payable or payment experience in Japan, with at least 3 years of domestic practical experience.
  • At least 2 years of team operations or work-lead experience.
  • Hands-on experience using ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP.
  • Intermediate Excel skills, including VLOOKUP or XLOOKUP, PivotTables, and SUMIFS.
  • Native-level Japanese proficiency.
  • English communication skills sufficient for reading, writing, and participating in online meetings.
  • Experience in process improvement or system implementation projects.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily Procure-to-Pay and Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, payments, employee expenses, and vendor management.
  • Manage and support the Accounts Payable team of six members.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and segregation of duties requirements.
  • Work with business teams, Finance, vendors, and overseas stakeholders to resolve operational issues.
  • Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
  • Drive process improvements and operational efficiency using Oracle ERP.
  • Participate in system implementation and finance transformation projects.
  • Manage procurement and payment operations, invoice processing, employee expense review and approval, vendor master registration, payment schedules, cash flow needs, and P2P-related financial closing activities.
  • Manage the Accounts Payable team, including work evaluation, allocation of responsibilities, resource management, coaching, and support.
  • Operate in accordance with company policies and approval authorities; manage payment risks and prevent fraud; support internal audits and prepare required materials; maintain procedures; and allocate duties in accordance with segregation of duties requirements.
  • Coordinate with business and finance departments, respond to domestic and international vendor inquiries, collaborate with overseas finance teams, and address operational issues and escalations.
  • Use the Oracle ERP system to improve efficiency, standardize and improve processes, and participate in system implementation and business transformation projects.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience participating in process improvement or system implementation projects.
  • Experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools.
  • Nissho Bookkeeping Level 2 or higher, or accounting-related qualifications such as CPA or Tax Accountant.
  • Ownership, initiative, and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
  • Interest in developing team members.
  • Proactive engagement in process improvement and efficiency initiatives.
  • Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver results.
  • Ability to adapt positively and flexibly in a changing environment.

About the Company

RELX

Global information analytics and decision tools

RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professionals across scientific, technical, medical, legal, risk, business, and exhibitions industries. It operates in four segments: Scientific, Technical & Medical; Risk & Business Analytics; Legal; and Exhibitions. Its products combine large datasets, analytics, and decision-support tools to help researchers, healthcare professionals, lawyers, and business leaders make informed choices, improve productivity, and achieve better outcomes. Revenue mainly comes from subscriptions, with additional income from transactional sales and advertising. RELX differentiates itself through its deep data assets, specialized industry knowledge, and multi-segment offerings that span content, analytics, and decision-support services. The company pursues a goal of delivering trusted information and insights while supporting corporate responsibility and alignment with the UN SDGs through its products and partnerships.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1894

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