Accounting Director | Major Japanese Energy Company

A major Japanese energy company in Houston, Texas is seeking an Accounting Director.

<Position Mission>
The Accounting Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of company’s
accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial information under U.S.
GAAP, and corporate policies including J-GAAP adjustments required for reporting to the Headquarters.
This role serves as a trusted business partner to executive management, the Headquarters,
subsidiaries, and external stakeholders, driving strong financial governance, and operational
excellence. The Accounting Director plays a critical role in supporting company’s growth by strengthening
and further developing the company’s accounting infrastructure, including systems, processes, and controls,
while developing high-performing teams, fostering collaboration across the organization, and aligning local
operations with global corporate objectives.

<Key Responsibilities>
1. Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations Leadership
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and close processes, ensuring accuracy,
compliance, and timely delivery.
• Oversee consolidated financial reporting across TGAM and its subsidiaries, ensuring consistent
application of accounting policies, timely close, and accurate reporting to the Headquarters.
• Provide technical leadership on complex accounting matters, including derivatives, hedge
accounting, business combination and application of U.S. GAAP.
• Partner with business leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis
while meeting the Headquarters’ reporting requirements.
• Drive accounting systems, process improvements, and operational efficiencies through cross-
functional collaboration.
2. Stakeholder Management & External Reporting
• Communicate financial results, accounting matters, and business insights to executive leadership
and internal stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
• Partner with accounting leaders across subsidiaries to promote consistency, alignment of accounting
practices, and effective execution of group-wide financial initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Headquarters and subsidiary accounting and finance teams to support
financial reporting, accounting initiatives, and alignment with corporate policies.
• Lead the Company’s financial statement audit process and manage relationships with external
auditors and accounting advisors, including KPMG and EY, to ensure timely resolution of
accounting and reporting matters.
3. Team Leadership & Organizational Development
• Lead and develop the Accounting team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high-quality
execution across all accounting functions.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to the accounting team, fostering a high-
performing and collaborative work environment while supporting professional development.
• Evaluate and optimize accounting processes and workflows by identifying inefficiencies,
implementing best practices, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate with the Tax Director to ensure accurate and timely incorporation of income tax
provisions and related disclosures into the financial statements.
4. Ownership & Initiative
• Take ownership of complex accounting issues by assessing risks and developing solutions through
sound technical judgment and business understanding.
• Lead accounting assessments for acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, financing transactions,
new investments, and other significant or complex transactions.
• Proactively identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance
the overall effectiveness of accounting operations.
5. Adaptability & Cultural Fit
• Build trusted relationships with the Headquarters by demonstrating responsiveness and
commitment to shared global objectives.
• Navigate changing business conditions with flexibility and sound judgment, adjusting priorities and
approaches to support evolving organizational needs.
• Embrace diverse perspectives and foster a collaborative environment that supports partnership
across a global organization.

<Required Qualifications>
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and an active CPA license required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 7 years of management experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and complex accounting principles.
• Leadership in financial reporting, internal control, and financial closing processes.

<Preferred Qualifications>
• Prior accounting or finance experience within the energy industry.
• Experience with SAP, Diva, OneStream, or similar financial and accounting systems.
• Experience working in a multicultural corporate environment with demonstrated ability to
communicate and collaborate effectively with overseas headquarters.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial analysis and reporting functions.
• Experience using ERP systems, consolidation systems, and financial reporting tools preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
preferred

<Core Competencies>
• Ethics & Integrity: Ability to demonstrate high standards of integrity, ethical judgment, and
accountability in all financial processes and business decisions.
• Team Leadership and Development: Ability to provide strategic leadership for accounting teams
by developing talent, fostering employee engagement, driving high performance, and aligning
team objectives with broader business priorities.
• Executive Communication: Ability to clearly and effectively communicate complex financial
information and insights to the Headquarters.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Ability to build strong relationships with headquarters,
local leadership, and cross-functional teams to facilitate alignment and effective execution.
• Organizational Influence: Ability to executive credibility, communicates actionable financial
insights, and drives initiatives that improve business outcomes.

【Keywords】
①Accounting Director
②US GAAP / Financial Reporting
③Accounting Director