Job Description

PURPOSE OF ROLE & EMPLOYING ENTITY

Rakuten International is a division of Rakuten Group, Inc., a Japanese global technology leader in services that empower individuals, communities, businesses and society. Headquartered in San Mateo, California with more than 4,000 employees worldwide, the Rakuten International business portfolio includes market leaders in e-commerce, digital marketing, advertising, communications and entertainment. We create products and services that provide exceptional value by aligning members and the businesses that want to engage them in a shared community. This role will be employed by Rakuten Europe.

In the role as Management Accountant you will work closely with the EU Head of Finance, EU Senior Finance Manager, budget owners and key stakeholders on a range of important Management Accounting areas, including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, financial performance analysis, reporting, decision making and projects. You will analyse and communicate business performance, investigate variances to plan and work with key stakeholders to make recommendations for improvements.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Production and submission of monthly management accounts, budgets, rolling forecasts & KPl's into the Rakuten consolidation software "BPC".
• Co-ordination and production of annual Budgets (5-year plans) & ongoing rolling forecasts using financial modelling.
• Review and analyse monthly management accounts and cost centre reports with relevant stakeholders.
• Produce KPl's and other analysis in order to understand, communicate and improve business performance.
• Review and enforce budgetary cost control management.
• Evaluate performance of various operations, business plans, projects, and other investments using ROI, Payback, DCF and other appropriate techniques.
• Development & implementation of systems to improve reporting and analysis of business performance.
• Maintain & develop databases, datasets and other solutions to support financial, KPI and other important reporting & analysis areas.
• Prepare various reports and presentations for business leaders & stakeholders.
• Support in communication of business performance, forecasts, trends and strategic issues to stakeholders through insightful and timely reporting, analysis and presentations.
• Participate in and/or lead projects to improve the business performance, improve management accounting function and add value.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Management Accounting skills and experience
• Budgeting, forecasting & strategic planning experience
• Analytical skills & experience
• Advanced Excel skills and financial modelling experience
• Attainment of (or working towards) relevant Accounting qualification.
• University Degree in relevant subject
• Awareness of Management Accounting techniques such as ROI, payback, contribution analysis, DCF, standard costing etc.
• Ability to interpret and communicate financial data to non-financial managers
• Ability to question & challenge issues based on analytical or factual evidence & convince others of appropriate alternatives/actions.
• Other Technical skills in the following areas are advantageous: Management Information/ Bi Systems, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, Management A/c Consolidation Tools (e.g. BPC), SAP systems.
• Excellent presentation and project management skills.
• Excellent English is required, both written and verbal.
• High energy, creativity, a strong desire to make improvements and add value.
• Organized & methodical, self-disciplined with excellent attention to detail & the ability to work to deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Interesting and challenging fast paced environment
• A chance to shape and build the business and inspiration to make a difference
• Open and respectful multicultural environment
• Professional, passionate, ambitious, but friendly team
• Possibility for professional growth and international assignments
• A friendly environment where teamwork matters and where we enjoy each other's company in and outside work (e.g. Happy Friday Drinks, Pizza Lunch, Laser Tag or Bowling evenings, etc)

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Innovative and flexible people full of energy
• Friendly team player with a professional mindset
• Those who can think for themselves and take action
• Willing to work in a dynamic, multicultural and global environment where multilingual skills are a big asset
• Ambitious to grow as an individual within the company
• Passionate about working in a global company which wants to make a difference by empowering society.

ABOUT RAKUTEN

Rakuten, Inc. (TSE: 4755) is a global leader in internet services that empower individuals, communities, businesses and society. Founded in Tokyo in 1997 as an online marketplace, Rakuten has expanded to offer services in e-commerce, fintech, digital content and communications to more than l billion members around the world. Since 2012, Rakuten has ranked in the top 30 of Forbes Magazine's annual "World's Most Innovative Companies" list. The Rakuten Group has over 14,000 employees, and operations in 29 countries and regions.

Our mission is to empower people and society through innovation and entrepreneurship. Our goal is to be Global Innovation Company. we believe in innovation as a driver of global change- enriching the lives of people around the globe and bringing joy to the everyday. We embrace new and disruptive ideas, the commitment to act on them and the venture spirit that believes in our potential to change the world. That's why we were selected by Forbes magazine to be in the Top 20 of World's Most Innovative Companies in four consecutive years!

This is where you come in: Rakuten is built on a philosophy of empowerment where everyone has the chance to make an impact. we believe in taking on new challenges and driving innovation. Together, we get ahead through success and learn from failure. In the end, truly empowered people produce amazing results. No matter your area of interest, we need your spirit, energy and drive to push us further and help unlock our potential.

If you are interested in becoming part of an organization that aims to empower society and become the World's best, join the company where YOU shape the future. Come and work with US!

Languages:

English (Overall - 3 - Advanced)