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About the Role

Direct, control, and administer the financial activities of the organization, providing financial assessments and information to ensure planning and budgeting activities meet corporate goals. Manage broader functions including FP&A, Accounting, Controllership, Demand Planning, and AR management. Participate as a member of the Japan Leadership Team and JAPAC Finance LT.

Responsibilities

• Make recommendations and devise financial policy and strategy for establishing, directing, and maintaining the organization’s financial and operational procedures to ensure asset protection and profit maximization.
• Perform people management activities, including coaching, development, feedback discussions, performance reviews, and implementing performance improvement strategies.
• Manage succession plans in coordination with HR.
• Create a positive team environment through strong leadership behaviors, clear communication of expectations, and fostering trust and respect.
• Provide superior analytical support to the Japan Management Team.
• Analyze monthly results and prepare comprehensive quarterly financial reporting.
• Consolidate and analytically review forecasts and develop sensitivities.
• Oversee the Strategic Planning process.
• Oversee the Budget/Marketing Plan process.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of internal and external reporting requirements.
• Ensure accurate and efficient management of the customer rebate process.
• Ensure financial decisions and processes are compliant with internal and external regulatory bodies and legislation.
• Work with Corporate Internal Audit to develop and implement appropriate controls for SOX equivalent compliance.
• Manage internal and external taxation advisors and auditors.
• Promote and educate financial awareness throughout the organization.
• Control and coordinate activities such as taxation, credit policy, financing and investment policy, costing and expense control, preparation of tenders, audits, administration of contracts, insurance arrangements, and property administration.
• Represent the organization in finance-related dealings with bankers, legal advisors, major customers, and others.
• Participate in the executive S & OP review of performance to provide direction on business improvement priorities.
• Establish a strategic plan that contributes towards target and risk management procedures.
• Ensure local business development opportunities are actioned effectively and timely, including participating in negotiating agreements with corporate accounts.
• Report any adverse event within 24 hours as per Allergan’s policies and procedures.
• Support Allergan’s Quality Management System and internal auditing processes.
• Proactively participate in Allergan’s WHS programs, adhere to policies, and promote a safe work environment.
• Adhere to Allergan’s internal codes of conduct and compliance processes.
• Perform other ad hoc duties as requested.

Requirements

• Successful completion of relevant tertiary qualifications in Finance, including Chartered Accountant or Certified Practicing Accountant certification.
• Minimum twelve years working experience within the Finance function, at least five of which in senior roles.
• Previous people management experience.
• Strong business acumen complimented by strategic thinking skills.
• Expert understanding of financial reports / budgets / sales forecasts.
• High level of numeracy accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop a team atmosphere and work cooperatively with other teams.
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure within strict deadlines.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills in both Japanese and English.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skills

• Financial Planning & Analytics
• Accounting
• Controllership
• Demand Planning
• AR management
• Strategic Planning
• Budgeting
• Financial Reporting
• Taxation
• Credit Policy
• Financing
• Investment Policy
• Costing
• Expense Control
• Contract Administration
• Insurance Arrangements
• Property Administration
• Business Development
• Negotiation
• Quality Management
• Workplace Health & Safety
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook

Location

• Japan

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Senior roles (at least five years)
• Minimum twelve years working experience

Education Level

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance
• Chartered Accountant or Certified Practicing Accountant certification
• MBA desirable

About the Company

• Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, develops, manufactures, and markets a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products.
• Their aesthetics portfolio includes facial injectables, body contouring, plastics, skin care, and more.
• Their goal is to consistently provide customers with innovation, education, exceptional service, and a commitment to excellence, all with a personal touch.

Equal Opportunity

• AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.