Japan Tax Compliance Manager / General Manager

■ Main Responsibilities

This role is responsible for leading Japan tax compliance and governance activities while supporting business growth through close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The position requires both strong technical expertise and the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Key responsibilities include

Lead and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual tax accounting and financial tax reporting processes

Manage and ensure timely preparation and filing of Japanese tax returns, including corporate tax, consumption tax, withholding tax, and other local taxes (including JCFC and BEPS2 compliance)

Handle tax audits, inquiries, and negotiations with tax authorities, including the National Tax Agency and local tax offices

Strengthen and enhance tax governance, internal controls, and end-to-end tax processes

Partner with global Tax Business Partners to provide expert insights from both technical and operational perspectives

Lead tax-related projects, including tax incentive applications and new business initiatives

Monitor tax law and regulatory developments, assess business impacts, and recommend appropriate actions

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as Accounting, Legal, Transfer Pricing, Treasury, M&A, and HR

■ Why Join This Role / Selling Points

Opportunity to play a key role in Japan tax strategy and compliance within a global organization

Exposure to international tax matters and collaboration with global tax teams

Involvement in strategic business initiatives beyond traditional compliance work

Opportunity to lead cross-functional projects and influence business decisions

■ Qualifications (Required)

Professional Qualifications: Professional Japanese tax and accountancy qualifications.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in Japanese tax within a corporate or multinational accounting firm environment

Proven leadership experience with a hands-on approach to managing operations

Strong project management skills, including coordination with multiple stakeholders and external vendors

Ability to build strong relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and tax authorities

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English

■ Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a multinational or corporate environment

Knowledge or experience in international tax matters such as BEPS or transfer pricing

Experience in leading tax-related projects or supporting new business initiatives

■ Ideal Candidate Profile

Proactive and capable of identifying and solving complex problems independently

Strong learning mindset with the ability to adapt to evolving tax regulations

Excellent communicator who can collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders

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