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About the Role

As a member of Takeda Business Solutions (TBS), which has evolved from a traditional service delivery organization to a solution provider, this role supports end-to-end processes and provides effective and efficient solutions to the business. The position requires a customer-centric mindset to propose solutions and expand their scope, as well as to support team performance, motivation, and talent development under the guidance of the Team Lead. This role is expected to contribute to Takeda’s growth and to our promise of “for all patients” by providing accurate and timely financial data based on SAP, continuously improving operations, and promoting process standardization and digitalization.

Responsibilities

Perform general accounting and reporting activities (journal entries, account reconciliations, balance analysis, and monthly/quarterly/annual closing) in accordance with IFRS and J-GAAP
Handle cash settlement operations, bank payment processing, funding activities (borrowings, bonds, and related derivative transactions), and back/middle-office operations related to investment securities; also perform accounting, reconciliation, and reporting related to Cash & Banking. Collaborate with the Lodz Treasury team and GF Treasury team to promote global harmonization and drive process improvements through digitalization
Execute billing, cash application, and accounts receivable management; ensure accuracy of revenue and receivables through reconciliations and balance analysis; analyze discrepancies and overdue receivables and conduct collection activities. Support business units in monitoring and improving collection performance. Promote I2C process standardization and global harmonization, and contribute to operational efficiency and end-user experience through continuous end-to-end process improvements. Drive automation and quality improvement of I2C operations using digital tools such as AI and RPA
Prepare and review tax filings and various disclosure materials
Ensure SOX compliance, regulatory compliance, audit support, and periodic process reviews
Improve operational quality through continuous improvement initiatives to achieve best-in-class performance
Promote digital transformation by leveraging advanced technologies such as AI
Enhance operational efficiency and end-user experience through global harmonization and continuous improvement on a global scale

Requirements

Business-level proficiency in either Chinese (Mandarin or Taiwanese) and Japanese, or Korean and Japanese
Experience using SAP
Understanding of accounting standards (local GAAP in Taiwan or Korea, and/or IFRS)
Knowledge and experience in closing and general accounting operations
Knowledge of internal controls and compliance
Strong interpersonal skills
Relationship-building skills
Results-oriented with strong ownership, initiative, engagement, and teamwork mindset
Proactive in identifying issues, proposing improvements, and acting beyond assigned responsibilities
Strong interest in operational excellence and continuous improvement

Skills

SAP
Accounting standards (local GAAP in Taiwan or Korea, and/or IFRS)
Closing and general accounting operations
Internal controls and compliance
Interpersonal skills
Relationship-building skills
Business-level English proficiency
CPA / USCPA or equivalent qualification
Process improvement using digital tools (RPA, automation, AI, etc.)
Project management
Operational improvement initiatives

Location

Tokyo, Japan
Osaka, Japan

Work Type

Employee
Regular
Full time

Benefits

Commutation allowance
Housing allowance
Overtime Work allowance
Salary Increase: Annually
Bonus Payment: Twice a year
Social Insurance
Retirement and Corporate Pension
Employee Stock Ownership Program

About the Company

Takeda is a global values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader.
We are guided by our values of Takeda-ism, which has been passed down since the company’s founding. Takeda-ism incorporates Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance, with Integrity at the core.
They are brought to life through actions based on Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business, in this order.
Takeda Business Solutions (TBS), as Takeda’s business solutions provider, delivers simple and innovative solutions and contributes to creating an engaging work environment for employees, including internal stakeholders.
TBS aims to become a trusted partner with next-generation capabilities. Through continuous professional development and opportunities to gain global experience, employees can grow and advance their careers.
As a global pharmaceutical company grounded in the patient-centric value, TBS is a function that enables sustainable value creation for the future.

Equal Opportunity

Better Health, Brighter Future