Director of Accounting & Administration
Pasona N A, Inc., Phoenix, AZ, United States
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Phoenix, Arizona Position Overview Seeking a Director of Finance & Administration to lead and strengthen the corporate management functions of our U.S. operations. This role serves as a critical bridge between the U.S. entity and headquarters in Japan, ensuring financial discipline, governance, and organizational alignment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong expertise in finance and administration, capable of navigating cross-cultural dynamics and building a robust management infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Treasury Oversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Manage cash flow and liquidity, including addressing funding-related challenges Develop and implement effective cash management strategies Collaborate with headquarters on financial planning and capital allocation Governance & Internal Controls Establish and enhance internal control frameworks Strengthen corporate governance across the U.S. entity Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies Improve financial transparency and reporting accuracy Organizational Leadership Lead and develop the administrative team (including IT/Admin Manager and part-time staff) Provide leadership and oversight to expatriate employees (engineering and sales functions) Address organizational challenges, including compensation expectations and internal conflicts Build a structured and accountable management environment Headquarters Collaboration (Critical) Act as the primary liaison between Japan headquarters and U.S. operations Translate headquarters’ strategies into actionable initiatives locally Align U.S. operations with global direction and priorities Manage and resolve cross-border communication gaps and friction HR & Administration Oversee HR policies, labor relations, and compliance Develop and implement employee handbooks and workplace policies Manage overall administrative functions including IT and general affairs Build scalable and sustainable corporate infrastructure Current Challenges Misalignment and friction between headquarters and U.S. operations Insufficient governance and control over expatriate staff Gaps in financial management, particularly in cash and funding strategy Limited depth in administrative and management functions Qualifications Required Strong background in Finance (FP&A, accounting, treasury, or related fields) Experience in corporate governance and internal controls Proven leadership experience managing administrative or cross-functional teams Experience working in U.S. business environments Hands-on experience managing accounting operations using QuickBooks (or similar systems) Fluency in both Japanese and English (verbal and written) is required Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Preferred Experience in Japanese companies or cross-border (U.S.–Japan) environments Combined experience in Finance and Administration (including HR) Understanding of cultural and decision-making differences between Japan and the U.S. Candidate Profile Mid-career to senior-level professional (typically 15+ years of experience) Hands-on, execution-oriented leader Strong communicator with the ability to mediate across cultures Capable of balancing governance, diplomacy, and business needs Comfortable operating in a developing organizational structure
Phoenix, Arizona Position Overview Seeking a Director of Finance & Administration to lead and strengthen the corporate management functions of our U.S. operations. This role serves as a critical bridge between the U.S. entity and headquarters in Japan, ensuring financial discipline, governance, and organizational alignment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong expertise in finance and administration, capable of navigating cross-cultural dynamics and building a robust management infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Treasury Oversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Manage cash flow and liquidity, including addressing funding-related challenges Develop and implement effective cash management strategies Collaborate with headquarters on financial planning and capital allocation Governance & Internal Controls Establish and enhance internal control frameworks Strengthen corporate governance across the U.S. entity Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies Improve financial transparency and reporting accuracy Organizational Leadership Lead and develop the administrative team (including IT/Admin Manager and part-time staff) Provide leadership and oversight to expatriate employees (engineering and sales functions) Address organizational challenges, including compensation expectations and internal conflicts Build a structured and accountable management environment Headquarters Collaboration (Critical) Act as the primary liaison between Japan headquarters and U.S. operations Translate headquarters’ strategies into actionable initiatives locally Align U.S. operations with global direction and priorities Manage and resolve cross-border communication gaps and friction HR & Administration Oversee HR policies, labor relations, and compliance Develop and implement employee handbooks and workplace policies Manage overall administrative functions including IT and general affairs Build scalable and sustainable corporate infrastructure Current Challenges Misalignment and friction between headquarters and U.S. operations Insufficient governance and control over expatriate staff Gaps in financial management, particularly in cash and funding strategy Limited depth in administrative and management functions Qualifications Required Strong background in Finance (FP&A, accounting, treasury, or related fields) Experience in corporate governance and internal controls Proven leadership experience managing administrative or cross-functional teams Experience working in U.S. business environments Hands-on experience managing accounting operations using QuickBooks (or similar systems) Fluency in both Japanese and English (verbal and written) is required Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Preferred Experience in Japanese companies or cross-border (U.S.–Japan) environments Combined experience in Finance and Administration (including HR) Understanding of cultural and decision-making differences between Japan and the U.S. Candidate Profile Mid-career to senior-level professional (typically 15+ years of experience) Hands-on, execution-oriented leader Strong communicator with the ability to mediate across cultures Capable of balancing governance, diplomacy, and business needs Comfortable operating in a developing organizational structure