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Match Group
Match Group

Senior Accountant

Japan
Full-Time
Hybrid

TLDR

Lead month-end close, tax filings, SOX controls, and BI reporting while improving accounting processes.

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive and dynamic self-starter with strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners from diverse backgrounds, levels, and experiences. As a Senior Accountant, your primary responsibilities will include general accounting tasks such as preparing and entering journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, analysing financial statements, and handling various special projects assigned by management. Additionally, we are considering expanding the scope of responsibilities to include tax filing duties in the future.

What You'll Do:

  • Perform general accounting tasks as part of the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and analysing financial statements.
  • Prepare corporate income tax filings (including size-based tax), consumption tax, and business premises tax in collaboration with Tax firms.
  • Investigate account balance variances and assist the finance team in explaining differences between actual results and forecasts.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Business, FP&A, Tax, and Internal Audit.
  • Lead process improvements and contribute to projects that enhance scalability, efficiency, system design, and management reporting.
  • Review contracts and transactions to ensure proper accounting treatment.
  • Drive general process improvements and create documentation for all aspects of the accounting cycle.
  • Implement processes and document controls to ensure SOX compliant internal control environment.
  • Support year-end external audit activities and ongoing internal audits as necessary.
  • Manage special projects and other ad hoc assignments as required.
  • Collaborate with the BI team to develop insightful and effective reports.

    • Nice to Have:

  • Minimum 5–7 years of experience in financial accounting.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field is preferred.
  • Accounting qualifications are ideal (USCPA, JCPA, Bookkeeping Level 1 required; Bookkeeping Level 2 is a must).
  • Strong knowledge of J-GAAP, US GAAP/IFRS, and internal controls (SOX).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Japanese (JLPT N1 or higher).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a collaborative approach to resolving issues as part of a team.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with a willingness to support and work cohesively with other team members.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills. Support other team members and work as One Team
  • Advanced skills in Excel and/or Google Sheets.
  • Experience with systems like Workday, OneStream, OneSource or AI tools (Gemini, Claude) is a plus.
  • Experience with system implementation and automation is highly desirable.

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    Match Group
    Match Group

    Match Group builds a diverse portfolio of dating apps, including industry leaders like Tinder, Hinge, and OkCupid, focused on fostering meaningful human connections. With a user base spanning the globe, Match Group delivers innovative technology solutions tailored to help people find love and build relationships in a safe and supportive environment. Their unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of human interactions, making them a key player in the online dating space.

    Founded
    Founded 2009
    Employees
    500+ employees
    Industry
    computer software
    Funding stage
    Public
    Stock ticker
    Publicly traded (MTCH)
    Total raised
    $700M raised
    E-commerce Marketplace Media & Entertainment
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    Senior Accountant