Financial Analyst

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Job Title: Financial Analyst

Location: Yokohama, Japan (hybrid - 2/3 days in office)

Type: Permanent, full-time

About the role:

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our APAC finance team. This role will support financial planning, reporting, and performance analysis for the local business while working closely with regional teams across APAC.

You will play an important role in supporting business decision-making by providing clear financial insights and helping to improve the quality of financial reporting and planning. As this role works closely with international stakeholders, strong English communication skills are essential.

This is a great opportunity for an early-career finance professional who is looking to develop their FP&A experience while collaborating with a global team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver financial planning and analysis (FP&A) support for the Japan business.

• Support business partners and the Senior APAC FP&A Manager with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

• Develop financial models and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.

• Conduct market analysis and research to inform business planning and financial modelling.

• Monitor key performance indicators, identifying trends and providing actionable insights.

• Collaborate with APAC FP&A teams to improve the quality, consistency, and efficiency of financial reporting and information.

• Identify financial risks and opportunities, proposing mitigation plans or improvement initiatives.

• Prepare financial presentations and reporting materials for senior leadership and management meetings.

To thrive in this role, you will have…

• 2–3 years’ experience in a Finance Analyst, FP&A, accounting, or similar finance role.

• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to work with international stakeholders.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to present financial information clearly.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Good Excel and financial analysis skills.

• A proactive approach and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and cultures.

• High attention to detail and a willingness to learn and develop within a global finance environment.

Grow your career and expand your skills and knowledge. At BSI, we offer opportunities to work across industries and across the globe. You’ll benefit from the different perspectives and experiences of your international colleagues, as well as ongoing training and development. We offer flexible working, as well as up to 14 days’ annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, commuting allowance, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

*Please note: BSI are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this vacancy

Together, we are building an organisation that is ready to meet the challenges ahead. Grow your career as you help us shape what comes next.

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We’re focused on our future – and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us as we take on the challenges of tomorrow. At BSI, you’ll find a workplace where everyone can flourish and thrive, where innovation is encouraged and where learning is part of your everyday. You’ll contribute to work that shapes industries and enhances lives – and you’ll take pride in what you do.

We’re looking for passionate people who want to make a difference in a purpose-led organisation. If that sounds like you, apply now. Together, we can help create a better society and a more sustainable world.

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BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.

Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
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