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Arkema Global

Supplier of specialty chemicals, advanced materials

Finance Job

Financial Accounting +1Updated on Nov 14
Full-timeOsaka, JapanNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold a bachelor's or equivalent degree.
  • Have 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
  • Have business-level proficiency in spoken and written English.
  • Demonstrate ownership in completing multiple, uncertain, or short-notice requests by identifying the appropriate stakeholders.
  • Have experience in tax calculation, submission, and tax payments.
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel functions, and PowerPoint, and an ERP system; SAP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare general accounting and financial reporting for group management, tax, local authorities, and auditors.
  • Maintain expense controls and financial policies to support strong internal controls.
  • Coordinate with the shared service center, intercompany affiliates, corporate and Asia Pacific management and reporting teams, local authorities, banks, and external auditors; work closely with the Finance Manager and cross-functional teams.
  • Support other departments or entities with finance requests, including short-notice requests with tight deadlines.
  • Handle general finance matters and operations under the Finance Manager's supervision, and perform other routine work as required by the Finance Manager.
  • Support communication between the Finance Manager and finance staff when requested, contributing to team culture.
  • Coordinate internal, external, and cross-functional communications to comply with local laws and regulations, consulting bankers and local tax authorities and maintaining relationships with them.
  • Calculate and submit tax documents and follow up on tax payments to authorities.
  • Contribute to monthly financial reports under the Finance Manager's supervision.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements and detailed balance-sheet and income-statement schedules for management reporting and consolidation with the corporate and Asia financial reporting team, following corporate accounting policy and the Finance Manager's instructions.
  • Maintain internal controls to protect company assets and cash; monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash flow against annual performance targets.
  • Contribute to the financial budget process under the Finance Manager's supervision and group instructions.
  • Ensure appropriate cost calculations and intercompany sales-price setting under group policy.
  • Analyze actual results against budget and forecasts and identify cost-improvement plans and initiatives under the Finance Manager's supervision.
  • Facilitate meetings, conduct inventory and fixed-asset counts, and support visitors.
  • Maintain a productive working relationship with the purchasing team to ensure relevant systems and operations function smoothly.
  • Maintain legal documents and contracts in paper and electronic systems in accordance with group policy.
  • Ensure monthly payroll accounting is completed appropriately through communication with HR and the Finance Manager.
  • Communicate proactively to prevent errors and contribute to a positive corporate and finance-team culture.

Desired Qualifications

  • Hold a bachelor's or equivalent degree in Accounting or Financial Management, with manufacturing costing and reporting experience.
  • Boki Level 2 is preferred.
  • SAP knowledge is a plus.

About the Company

Arkema Global

Supplier of specialty chemicals, advanced materials

Arkema is a global leader in specialty chemicals and advanced materials, developing, producing, and selling high-performance materials to industrial customers in sectors like automotive, coatings, and sustainability. Its products, such as powder coating resins with recycled content, are used by manufacturers to improve durability, appearance, and environmental performance in their processes. The company distinguishes itself through a focus on sustainability and circularity, incorporating recycled content and engaging in global initiatives, sponsorships, and exhibitions to broaden its reach. Its goal is to provide reliable, high-performance chemical solutions that help customers boost performance while advancing circularity and reducing environmental impact.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Colombes, France
Founded
1850

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