Summary
Lead and execute accounts receivable projects and drive financial efficiency across multiple Maisons and a back-office division. Manage an AR team, implement optimized order-to-cash processes and oversee system implementations to ensure compliance with group rules and enhance operational performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of four AR members and coordinate with stakeholders.
- Analyze order-to-cash and accounts receivable processes to identify inefficiencies.
- Design and implement optimized processes and maintain documentation.
- Plan, execute, and close finance and accounting projects including system implementations.
- Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements.
- Manage project teams, monitor progress, and ensure on-time delivery within budget.
- Implement change management and facilitate adoption of new systems and processes.
- Collaborate with IT and vendors to ensure system integration and data integrity.
- Communicate project updates and facilitate workshops and training sessions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in finance accounting business administration economics or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- More than 5 years progressive experience in accounting or audit roles with at least 3 years in project management.
- Proven experience leading finance and accounting system implementations.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles GAAP or IFRS and financial reporting.
- Demonstrated process improvement and change management experience.
- Proficiency in financial software and project management tools.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Fluent in Japanese and English and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Preferred certifications such as US CPA or PMP and retail industry experience.
