Vice President, Accounting; Project Controller

The Soft Bank Group invests in breakthrough technology to improve the quality of life for people around the world. The Soft Bank Group is comprised of Soft Bank Group Corp. (TOKYO: 9984), an investment holding company that includes stakes in AI, smart robotics, IoT, telecommunications, internet services, and clean energy technology providers, as well as a majority stake in Arm Holdings, which is building the future of computing;

and the Soft Bank Vision Funds, which are investing to help transform industries and shape new ones. To learn more, please visit  and (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Oversees financial reporting and analysis, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to executive leadership. The VP of Accounting has significant knowledge and experience in applying and interpreting technical accounting, reporting and disclosure requirements. The VP of Accounting is responsible for the integrity of the Company’s financial reporting, including ownership of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, financial statements, internal controls, audit coordination, and accounting policy.

The role partners closely with Development, Construction, and PMO teams to ensure accurate project accounting (including cost tracking, capitalization, and revenue recognition), while maintaining corporate-level compliance, governance, and financial discipline.

• Prepare and present IFRS/USGAAP financial statements and management reporting packages., including variance analysis and cash flow projections. Review cash flow projections and provide guidance to PMO on annual, quarterly and monthly limits.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies in accordance with GAAP (including fixed assets, capitalization and expense policies).
• Provide accounting guidance on project funding structures and capitalization policies.
• Own budget accountability for all capital projects, oversee the procurement cycle with focus on strong controls.
• Own forward‑looking strategic planning on future developments for the company.
• Manage project funding requests and ensure compliance with internal financial policies. Approve major financial decisions.
• Partner with Development and Construction teams to review project budgets, cost‑to‑complete forecasts, and change orders from an accounting and financial reporting perspective.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to executive leadership and investors, including providing input, review, and approve baseline schedule presented by PMO.
• Drive continuous improvement of close timelines, reporting automation, and internal controls.
• Provide financial insights to executive leadership to support strategic decision‑making and capital allocation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting;
  Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a mix of public accounting and corporate controllership experience in project controls, financial management, or cost engineering for large‑scale capital projects.
• CPA or CA required, with experience in construction, real estate development, infrastructure, or capital project‑intensive industries strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in controllership, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for complex programs.

• Deep knowledge of GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), fixed assets/CIP, capitalization policies.
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and project‑related accounting within a construction or development environment, including project control methodologies, cost schedule, and risk management.
• Proficiency in financial reporting (IFRS/US GAAP), cash flow analysis, and earned value management (EVM) – with focus on IFRS
  15, 16 and IAS2,16.
• Familiarity with contract compliance, change order management, and governance processes.

• Ability to provide forward‑looking strategic planning and guidance on future developments.
• Skilled in coordinating with PMO, project managers, and stakeholders to validate estimates and resolve discrepancies.
• Experience participating in Change Control Boards and influencing risk mitigation…