Accounting Manager

WHAT IS BOX? 

Box (NYSE:BOX) is the leader in Intelligent Content Management. Our platform enables organizations to fuel collaboration, manage the entire content lifecycle, secure critical content, and transform business workflows with enterprise AI. We help companies thrive in the new AI-first era of business. Founded in 2005, Box simplifies work for leading global organizations, including AstraZeneca, JLL, Morgan Stanley, and Nationwide. Box is headquartered in Redwood City, CA, with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

By joining Box, you will have the unique opportunity to continue driving our platform forward. Content powers how we work. It’s the billions of files and information flowing across teams, departments, and key business processes every single day: contracts, invoices, employee records, financials, product specs, marketing assets, and more. Our mission is to bring intelligence to the world of content management and empower our customers to completely transform workflows across their organizations. With the combination of AI and enterprise content, the opportunity has never been greater to transform how the world works together and at Box you will be on the front lines of this massive shift.

WHY BOX NEEDS YOU:

We are seeking an Accounting Manager who ensures accurate and compliant financial reporting and operational accounting for our Tokyo office. This person is essential to manage daily accounting activities, maintain compliance with local/US laws and regulations including SOX and statutory reporting, lead month-end/year-end close processe, handle J-tax retruns, as well as collaborate closely with the US Headquarters and other teams for multiple initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Manage and execute daily accounting operations including General Ledger maintenance, accounts payable, expense reimbursements, fixed assets, prepaids, and cash management.

• Journal entries preparation, identifying and resolving errors, data anomalies, and exceptions for assigned accounts.

• Drive month-end close responsibilities including account reconciliation.

• Research on month-end variance (flux) analyses including P&L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for assigned accounts.

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of Japan statutory financial statements and tax filings in accordance with local GAAP and regulatory requirements.

• Accurate and timely preparation of and explanations for assigned audit-related requests.

• Work closely with a tax firm and file tax returns accurately and timely under supervision by Japan Controller.

• Support compliance with Consumption Tax and other local tax regulations.

• Collaborate with payroll and treasury teams to ensure accurate processing and cash flow management.

• Coordinate with internal audit, SOX, and external auditors to provide necessary documentation and support during audits.

• Perform all tasks in compliance with SOX, identifying control gaps if any, and recommending process improvements.

• Design, propose, and implement streamlined processes, automation, system enhancements, and best-in-class policies for effectiveness and efficiency.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in implementing enhanced accounting controls and tools.

• Provide accounting support for inter-company transactions and assist with technical accounting matters as needed.

• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams including Finance, Legal, and Sales Operations to support business initiatives.

• Collaborate and serve as a liaison to other departments on accounting matters with cross-functional impact, including but not limited to other Controllership functions, Strategic Planning and Analysis, People and Places team, Legal, Technical Operations, DC Engineering, and IT.

• Assist with or be responsible for other duties and ad-hoc projects as assigned. Participate in wider departmental projects and initiatives as requested.

 

WHO YOU ARE:

We are an AI-first company. This means you approach your work with a growth mindset and find ways to leverage AI to help make faster, smarter decisions that will 10X your impact at Box.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

• CPA (Japan or US) or Certified Public Tax Accountant certification required.

Experience:

• 6-10 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within a multinational or global company.

• Experience with statutory reporting and tax compliance in Japan.

• Familiarity with US GAAP and local Japanese accounting standards.

• Exposure to SOX controls and internal audit processes.

• Operational accounting experience including accounts payable and fixed asset management.

• Experience working with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Coupa, Concur, or Zuora is a plus.

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience managing a small team is preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Fluency in Japanese (reading, writing, speaking) and business-level English (reading, writing, speaking), enabling effective discussion of business matters with both Japanese and English-speaking internal and external stakeholders.

• Excellent teamwork, time management, communication (written and verbal), professional documentation, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and a customer-service oriented mindset.

• Self-motivated and self-managed with the ability to multi-task and think independently and creatively.

• Strong understanding of US GAAP and familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements.

• Knowledge of Japanese tax regulations (J-tax) is a plus.

• Proficient in MS Excel; experience with NetSuite, Concur, Blackline, or Coupa is a plus.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Team-oriented mindset with demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

• High ethical standards and integrity in handling confidential information.

• Proactive approach to identifying issues and driving solutions.

Box lives its values, with community and in-person collaboration being a core part of our culture. Boxers are expected to work from their assigned office a minimum of 3 days per week. Your Recruiter will share more about how we work and company culture during the hiring process.

At Box, we believe unique and diverse experiences benefit our culture, our products, our customers, our company, and our world. We aim to recruit a passionate, high-performing workforce that reflects the world we live in. If you are head-over-heels about this role but unsure if you meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, and any other protected ground of discrimination under applicable human rights legislation. Box strives to respect the dignity and ‎‎independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same ‎‎opportunity to succeed as all other employees. Inclusiveness is core to our culture at Box, and we strive to ensure you get the most from your interview experience.

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