Job Description

Consultant – Treasury Advisory Group (Japan)

Elevate your career. Perform when it counts. Become part of our global financial consulting evolution.

At Zanders, we are continuing to grow our Treasury Advisory Group (TAG) in Japan We are looking to hire a Consultant at graduate or 1–2 years’ experience level to join our recognized treasury consulting team. This role is ideal for someone at the start of their professional journey who is eager to build expertise in corporate treasury, treasury technology, and advisory consulting in an international environment.

Your role

As a Consultant, you will work closely with experienced consultants and managers on treasury advisory and treasury technology projects for large multinational clients in Japan and internationally. You will be trained on the job, gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills develop.

You are curious, motivated, and keen to learn. You enjoy working in teams, interacting with clients, and building a strong foundation in treasury and financial technology.

Key responsibilities

• Support clients with treasury advisory and treasury technology projects, including:

  • Analysis of current treasury processes and systems

  • Supporting treasury technology roadmaps

  • Vendor selection and implementation projects (TMS and related tools)

• Assist in project execution, including:

  • Data analysis and documentation

  • Preparing client presentations and reports

  • Supporting day-to-day project activities

• Work alongside senior team members on client meetings and workshops

• Contribute to commercial and knowledge activities, such as:

  • Proposal and RFP support

  • Market research and benchmarking

  • Internal knowledge sharing and training sessions

• Actively develop your knowledge of:

  • Treasury operations and processes

  • Treasury Management Systems and related technologies

  • Market and product developments in treasury and payments

Skills to be successful

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
  (ACT, CFA, FRM or similar certifications are a plus, not required)

• 0–2 years of experience in Corporate Treasury, Treasury Consulting, Finance, or Financial Technology
  (internships and relevant graduate experience are valued)

• Interest in Treasury Management and Treasury Technology, including:

  • Treasury operations and cash management

  • Payments and bank connectivity

  • Treasury Management Systems (e.g. SAP, Kyriba, FIS, ION – exposure is a plus)

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Comfortable working in a client-facing, project-based environment

• Fluency in Japanese and advanced English

• Motivation to work in an international consulting environment and grow professionally

If you are motivated and eager to learn but do not meet every requirement, we strongly encourage you to apply.

We offer

• A hybrid working environment supporting work–life balance

• Home office setup allowance and internet allowance

• Participation in the Zanders bonus scheme

• 20 paid holiday days

• Laptop and iPhone

• A strong learning and development environment, including structured training and coaching

• Rapid skill development through exposure to diverse clients and projects

• A collaborative, supportive culture with enthusiastic colleagues

• An international and engaging work environment, including cultural events and the annual Zanders trip in Europe

About Zanders

Zanders is a global financial consulting firm specialized in Treasury, Risk, and Technology From our headquarters in the Netherlands, we have expanded across Europe, the UK, the USA, and Asia. For over 30 years, we have supported multinational corporates, financial institutions, public sector entities, and NGOs with innovative and technology-driven solutions.

We are committed to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and strongly believe in diversity, equity, and inclusion as foundations for sustainable success. At Zanders, you will find an inclusive culture built on freedom, collaboration, and personal growth.

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