Finance Manager at Candex in Tokyo, Tokyo, JP

About

Candex is a rapidly growing private global B2B fintech company on a mission to reshape the way businesses transact. Our tech-based solution makes purchasing fast and easy for enterprise buyers. Recognized in the ProcureTech 100 for Procurement Innovation, our SaaS Platform and accompanying services completely transform the buying experience for large companies around the globe. Buyers enjoy the simplicity of Candex for their purchases, vendors get paid faster, and procurement teams love the increased control they gain over purchases — Everyone wins!

We serve companies in the Global 2,000 and our existing clients include some of the world’s biggest corporations. We’ve raised over $130M from leading investors including Goldman Sachs, 9Yards Capital, JP Morgan, American Express, Altos, Craft, and NFX. Available in almost 50 countries, Candex is expanding our already robust footprint and is looking for ambitious, fun people to join us on our mission to revolutionize the way businesses engage and pay their suppliers.

The Role

We are seeking a Finance Manager as a key role in managing our Japan finance operations & accounts and delivering a great service experience to our customers. You will be a valuable resource and a crucial point of contact for our Business Leader in Japan as well as our local customers. If you have excellent interpersonal and communication expertise, strong writing and analytical skills and a desire to leverage your knowledge of fintech and payments; this opportunity is a perfect fit. This position is for people from the Tokyo area, who can work hybrid model.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial and monthly/yearly accounting aspects of our business in Japan
• Handle day to day customer emails related to the payment process
• Oversee vendor invoices received ensuring their accuracy and timeliness
• Administer pending payments and registrations
• Oversee that the client invoices are sent in a timely manner ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Verify customer data by performing compliance checks
• Manage local regulatory compliances pertaining to tax, accounts and local laws for the legal entity in Japan

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of Finance or Accounting experience
• Experience in a managerial role is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, or Accounting
• Hands on experience with Japanese corporate tax code
• Impressive interpersonal and communication skills in Japanese and English
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Collaborative with the ability to work cross functionally with different teams across the company
• Ability to pick up new technology quickly in a fast paced environment
• Fintech/Hi-tech experience is preferred but not required
• Strong Excel skills

Why Work With Us

• We are humble, hungry, intelligent and collaborative. Work alongside teammates who value curiosity, kindness, and shared success.
• Competitive Compensation – Earn a salary and benefits that reflect your skills and impact.
• Parental Leave – Take meaningful time to bond with your growing family.
• Flexible Work Environment – Balance life and work with adaptable schedules.
• Global Team + Mindset – Join a diverse, international team that thinks beyond borders.
• Tech Setup – Get the gear and support you need to work comfortably.
• Professional Development – Grow your skills with training and learning sessions.
• Internal Mobility – Explore new global roles and career paths without leaving the company.
• Team Outings – Connect and celebrate with colleagues through regular social events.

Our Values

• Be a Stickler for Details - we think about the details when making decisions and ensure we haven’t overlooked anything.
• Debate, Decide, Deliver - Candexers foster a culture of open debate so we can make the right decision.
• Innovate to Simplify - we continuously look for simpler ways to do everything.
• Follow Through, Follow Up - we are always moving the ball forward – when we say we will do something, we do it.
• Attract & Develop the Best - we expect each hire to raise the bar, and once they start, they should continue to develop their skills with the support of leadership.
• Keep an Obsessive Customer Focus - our customers’ satisfaction is our obsession, and we will stop at nothing to make their experience simple & flawless.
• Learn & Be Curious - we foster an environment of continual learning and encourage challenging questions and believe curiosity drives innovation and improvement.
• Act with Integrity & Professionalism - we act with honesty, transparency, and ethical principles – ensuring our actions align with our values.