Finance & Administration Manager

A major Japanese manufacturer is currently recruiting a Finance & Administration Manager to work in their Frankfurt office.
You will be responsible for leading the financial and administrative functions of our Frankfurt-based sales subsidiary, including local accounting, compliance, and financial reporting to our parent company in Japan.
The ideal candidate should have strong accounting skills, experience in finance roles, and business-level English and German proficiency.

Ref: KM46607
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ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:
● (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner
● (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship, Working holiday, Graduate, Freelance
WORK TYPE: Hybrid work available
VISA SUPPORT: No
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TYPE: Permanent, full-time
SALARY: €70,000 – €85,000 depending on experience
START: October 2025
LOCATION: Frankfurt, Germany
Finance & Administration Manager Main Responsibilities:
Finance & Accounting
● Manage full-cycle accounting in accordance with German GAAP
● Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for local statutory purposes and for Japan HQ (in English)
● Monitor financial performance and conduct variance analysis against budget
● Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors to ensure statutory compliance
● Handle banking, payments, and cash management operations
● Ensure timely payroll coordination and general HR administration
Reporting & Internal Controls
● Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to Japan HQ (IFRS alignment as required)
● Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
● Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate governance standards
● Act as liaison between local office and Japan HQ for financial and administrative matters
General Administration
● Oversee office operations, vendor management, and administrative procedures
● Support internal audits and policy enforcement
● Assist with company compliance and legal filings as needed
Finance & Administration Manager Ideal Candidate:
● At least 7 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance roles
● Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
● Business-level proficiency in English and German (both written and spoken)
● Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting software (e.g., SAGE, SAP, or equivalent)
● Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently

● Experience in a Japanese-owned or international subsidiary structure
● Familiarity with intercompany transactions and cross-border reporting
● Exposure to small/mid-size business operations in a multinational context
● Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, Steuerberater, ACCA)
● Strong knowledge of German GAAP; familiarity with IFRS

** All applicants for the Finance & Administration Manager must have the right to work in the country as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
*We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working holiday visa, Graduate or Student visa holders.
If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.

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