Description

• Lead a high-visibility finance transformation initiative (Single Ledger) with direct impact on Japan and global finance operations
• Work in a truly global, cross-functional environment, partnering with business, finance, IT, and regional stakeholders using both
• Opportunity to drive end-to-end project, from planning through go-live and stabilization on a complex ERP/finance transformation

Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the Japan delivery of a high-impact Single Ledger finance transformation initiative. This role sits at the center of a complex, cross-functional program and will partner closely with business, finance, technology, and regional/global stakeholders to ensure successful execution.

This is an excellent opportunity for a project leader who thrives in multinational environments, has experience with finance or ERP-related initiatives, and can confidently operate in both Japanese and English.

What You'll Do

• Lead end-to-end project management for the Single Ledger initiative in Japan
• Build and manage detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, risks, issues, and dependencies
• Coordinate across business, finance, IT, and vendor teams to drive execution and alignment
• Facilitate working group meetings, steering committees, and stakeholder reviews
• Track progress and provide clear, regular status updates to local and global leadership
• Proactively identify and manage risks, issues, and escalation items
• Drive effective change management, communication, and stakeholder engagement
• Support business requirements, solution discussions, testing coordination, training, and go-live readiness
• Ensure deliverables are completed on time and to the required quality
• Align the Japan implementation with regional and global program governance and objectives

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, IT, or a related field
• Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional projects as a Project Manager
• Experience with finance transformation, ERP implementations, or enterprise financial systems
• Strong understanding of project management disciplines (planning, governance, risk & issue management)
• Ability to manage stakeholders across local, regional, and global teams
• Business-level fluency in Japanese and English (spoken and written)
• Experience working in a multinational, matrixed organization

Nice to Have

• Experience with Single Ledger, SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar ERP platforms
• Knowledge of accounting, finance operations, and reporting processes
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification
• Experience supporting system testing, cutover, and post-go-live stabilization
• Strong understanding of Japan business practices and global collaboration

Why Join?

• Lead a high-visibility finance transformation initiative with global impact
• Work in a truly international environment with senior stakeholders
• Drive meaningful change across finance and technology functions
• Be part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and results-driven team