Japanese Speaking Financial Administrator

Company:
Japanese company

Position:
Financial Administrator (Japanese Speaking)

Location:

Hertfordshire (hybrid working)

Salary:
Depending on experience

As a Financial Administrator, you will be involved in a broad range of finance and accounting support activities, including:

• Processing supplier invoices and supporting payment runs
• Preparing and issuing sales invoices and assisting with debt collection
• Performing bank reconciliations and ensuring accuracy between SAP and bank statements
• Posting journals and supporting month‑end close activities
• Maintaining fixed asset records
• Supporting internal and external audit processes
• Assisting with budgeting activities and financial analysis
• Supporting VAT returns and expense processing
• Handling filing, document management, and record keeping
• Supporting communication and coordination with the Japanese headquarters, including approvals, contracts, and administrative tasks
• Providing general finance and administrative support as required by the Financial Controller

The successful candidate will bring:

• Proven experience in an administrative or finance support role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to work effectively in both English and Japanese, including basic translation support
• Practical experience with Microsoft Excel (e.g. formulas, lookups, pivot tables)
• A well‑organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• The confidence to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

Experience with SAP or IBM Notes is an advantage, but not essential. An interest in or familiarity with the video games industry would be welcomed.