Accounting & Finance Analyst (Japanese Proficiency Required) Pardubice

Accounting & Finance Analyst (Japanese Proficiency Required)

Informace
We are looking for a Japanese- and English-speaking Accounting / Finance Analyst to join our finance team in Pardubice or Prague. This position will begin with a strong focus on monthly accounting closure, cost accounting, and fixed asset/inventory control. Over time, you will receive training and develop into broader financial planning and analysis (FP&A) responsibilities, such as budgeting, variance analysis, and profitability modeling.

Because our processes require daily coordination with our headquarters in Japan, native-level Japanese proficiency is essential, along with strong English skills to operate effectively in the Czech/European business environment. Czech language proficiency is preferred for smooth local communication. Direct support and training will be provided by managers and HQ to ensure smooth onboarding and long-term success.

This role is ideal for someone with Japanese and English proficiency and a finance background (or willingness to learn accounting/FP&A) who is interested in building a stable, long-term career in a specialized international finance role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support monthly accounting closure, including cost accounting, fixed asset management, and inventory control.

• Work closely with managers and HQ teams (including IT and accounting) in Japanese to clarify issues, troubleshoot, and follow instructions.

• Communicate effectively in English and Czech within the local team and with external stakeholders as needed.

• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis under the guidance of managers or HQ.

• Provide ad-hoc reports and financial analysis as requested by HQ.

• Support profitability and pricing checks for new business opportunities by modeling raw material costs, fixed costs, and profit margins.

• Prepare documentation and data for internal and external audits to ensure compliance.

• Contribute proactively to the team with a collaborative and solution-oriented approach.
Co od vás očekáváme
• Language:

- Japanese: Native-level proficiency required.

- English: C1 level or higher, both spoken and written.

- Czech: Proficiency preferred for local communication.

• Certification: Nissho Bookkeeping Test Level 2 (日商簿記二級) mandatory.

• Interest in finance and accounting: Willingness to build expertise in accounting and FP&A (training and support provided).

• Technical skills: Good Excel and data-handling skills; experience with complex spreadsheets is an advantage.

• Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field preferred, but not mandatory.

• Experience: Prior experience in accounting or finance is an advantage.

• Personal qualities: Reliable, detail-oriented, and motivated for long-term career development.
Co vám nabízíme
• Working hours: full-time / open to shorter working hours if needed

• Flexible working schedule with a fixed core time from 10:00 to 15:00 (40 hours per week).

• Meal vouchers: 150 CZK per worked day.

• Cafeteria benefits: 500 CZK per month.

• Holiday: 5 weeks of holiday plus 3 additional company days off.

• Work environment: Friendly team, modern workplace.