再生可能エネルギー事業会社でのBusiness Controller（Senior Accountant）【Fully Remote + Flexible Hours】の求人

Successful candidate will join the Offshore Wind Department in a Business Controller position, and oversee all key aspects of financial work in the department. Some elements are performed in coordination with an outside contracted financial firm, whilst internally you will report to both the Head of Offshore Wind as well as the Head of Finance in the International Business Department, to ensure that the department’s activities are compliant and within budget. You can expect to use a lot of both English and Japanese, working with a very diverse set of colleagues.

【Key elements include】
●Financial Reporting and Analysis
・Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and reports on offshore wind projects and SPCs by managing the outsourced accounting provider and other consultants.
・Analyze financial data to provide insights and recommendations for optimizing projects and SPCs.
・Monitor project financial performance and report on any deviations from budget.

●Payment Arrangements
・Arrange regular and irregular payments by managing the outsourced accounting provided.

●Tax Compliance
・Ensure compliance with all tax obligations.
・Support tax filing.
・Coordinate with external tax advisors to maximize tax benefits and minimize liabilities.

●Budgeting and Forecasting
・Develop and maintain detailed budgets for offshore wind projects and SPCs, including capital expenditures, development costs, and operational costs.
・Create financial forecasts and conduct actual and variance analyses.
・Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend budget adjustments when necessary.

●Audit and Compliance
・Prepare financial documentation for internal and external audits.
・Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
・Assist in resolving audit findings and implementing corrective actions.
・Responding to SE Group requests for information relating to SE’s consolidated financial results.

●Documentation and Recordkeeping
・Maintain accurate and organized financial records for offshore wind projects and SPCs.
・Ensure all financial transactions are appropriately documented and recorded.
・Prepare and document BOD and SHM documents per the Companies Act.

【Required】
●Skills and Experiences
・Working experience as an accountant or controller (5 years or more)
・Bookkeeping certification (Boki) Level 3 or similar
・Good communication skills, ability to keep up constant and quality communication with colleagues from a variety of teams and backgrounds

●Language
Working proficiency in English and Japanese (ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders through emails or speaking, understanding of financial terms).
Although a reasonably high standard is required, native level proficiency is not required.

【Preferred】
・Bookkeeping certification (Boki) Level 2 or higher
・Accounting or finance related degree
・Keen and proactive personality, desire to navigate through ambiguity and improve matters