– Analyze historical delivery data, demand trends to develop accurate inventory forecasts.
– Collaborate with production, procurement, warehouse teams to align inventory levels with demand projections.
– Monitor inventory turnover rates, identify excess or obsolete stock, and recommend corrective actions.
– Implement and optimize forecasting models, including safety stock and other variables.
– Prepare regular inventory reports and present insights to management and stakeholders.
– Calculate and analyze PPV to assess the difference between standard and actual purchase prices for materials.
– Investigate causes of favorable or unfavorable variances, such as market price changes, supplier negotiations, or procurement practices.
– Forecast future PPV using historical pricing data and trends in collaboration with procurement team.
– Report PPV findings and recommendations to management.
– Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process improvements.
– Prepare and issue intercompany cost recharges, ensuring compliance with transfer pricing regulations and internal policies.
– Assist with audits and provide documentation for regulatory or tax compliance as needed.
– Support banking and administrative tasks that need to be handled by local finance team

– 2+ years of experience in cost analysis, financial planning, or accounting, preferably in a product company
– Strong analytical, budgeting, and forecasting skills
– Proficiency with financial software and advanced Excel skills
– Knowledge of Japanese accounting/tax basics and manufacturing cost structures.
– Familiarity with treasury operations and banking platforms.