Accountant (Accountant (Japanese Language Required)

Overview

This Accountant role is based in Singapore and is part of the team responsible for accounting and statutory compliance across Crocs entities in China, Japan, and Korea. The role supports accurate and timely accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, audit requirements, and reliable financial data for the business. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, process-driven, adaptable, and proactive in identifying root causes and improving processes. As this role supports Japan-related activities, Japanese language capability is required to communicate effectively with Japanese-speaking stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• • Process AR, AP, and GL transactions accurately and efficiently
  • Verify and review journal entry requests
  • Determine appropriate intercompany accounting details, including GL accounts, trading partner, and tax code, where required
  • Perform intercompany reconciliations across entities
  • Coordinate with Treasury on settlement requirements and intercompany clearing
  • Manage vendor and supplier applications and obtain approval in the ERP system
  • Ensure payment and receipt transactions are processed accurately and on time

  Accounting and control

  • Prepare and review journal entries
  • Reconcile subledgers and general ledger accounts, including intercompany balances
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities
  • Ensure assets and liabilities are accurately recorded at period end
  • Drive process improvements, including updates to procedures and training recommendations

  Controls

  • Maintain compliance with documented policies and procedures and ensure adherence to US GAAP
  • Support SOX compliance for key financial controls

  Collaboration

  • Work closely with regional peers and cross-functional teams across the company
  • Partner with global teams to align and standardize processes
  • Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Regional AR/AP, and Internal Audit
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across finance operations

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent
• 2 to 3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in an international organization
• Good understanding of US GAAP
• Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Experience with account reconciliation tools, preferably BlackLine
• Strong Excel skills
• Shared Service Center experience, either in-house or with a third-party provider
• Strong financial process experience, including financial close
• Understanding of internal controls and experience with SOX
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Japanese and English to support collaboration with stakeholders in Japan and across the regional team.
• Ability to be based in Singapore while supporting regional finance activities across Japan
• Minimal travel required