Management Accounting Analyst - AI & Data Division General Management Office (AIGMO)

Business Overview 

AI ＆ Data Division lead to develop service platforms and products utilizing Rakuten group data and provide AI & Data consulting services to contribute to strengthen each business utilization. We are also leading companywide mid-long-term AI & Data strategy development and execution. 

Department Overview 

AI & Data Division General Management Office (AIGMO) is horizontal organization to manage overall division’s various topics such as division managed services, financial budget and operation, division events, HR and so forth. We’re conducting strategy planning and operating division wide topics in order to contribute to division’s mission. 

Accounting Management Group is responsible for the overall budget management of the AI & Data Division. We accurately track and analyze all development-related costs, including personnel expenses, infrastructure, and depreciation of development assets. Through precise budget forecasting, we contribute to the profitability of the Division and various Rakuten business units. We actively support development managers with our financial expertise to maximize the Return on Investment (ROI) of each product. 

Position: 

Why We Hire 

We’re driving the AI & Data utilized projects and seeking members who can demonstrate ability to handle a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently, and to strategically support our leaderships and related stakeholders through optimizing overall divisional cost structures, assisting with budget formulation, analyzing performance, and enhancing the Return on Investment (ROI) of each product. 

Position Details 

Our company is a leader in innovative IT services and products, especially within the dynamic AI & Data domain. We are looking for a driven and adaptable Management Accounting Analyst to support our AI & Data Division. This role is crucial for strategic financial management, enabling fast, informed decisions, and ensuring the financial health and growth of our cutting-edge AI & Data initiatives. 

You will provide timely and accurate financial insights to leadership, deeply understanding our division's strategy and operations. We value speed, proactive collaboration, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed to achieve our shared goals. You'll be part of a team where flexibility and a commitment to overall company success are highly celebrated. 
 

Key Responsibilities

- Financial Planning & Analysis for our division: 

Lead agile budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring for the AI & Data Division

Conduct rapid variance analysis to identify key drivers and propose immediate, actionable solutions

- Strategic Cost Management: 

Proactively manage and analyze costs (e.g., personnel, cloud, data acquisition) for AI & Data projects, optimizing ROI

Perform quick profitability and efficiency analyses for new initiatives

- Impactful Reporting & Insights: 

Prepare and deliver concise, high-impact financial reports for executive leadership, facilitating swift strategic decisions

Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable business insights

- Cross-functional Contribution: 

Actively collaborate with technical and business teams on various projects, bringing financial expertise

Embrace opportunities to support company-wide initiatives, leveraging your skills to drive broader business growth and operational efficiency

- Process Excellence: 

Utilize and improve advanced financial systems and tools to enhance accuracy and accelerate reporting cycles
 
Ideal Candidate Profile

- A proactive, results-driven individual who quickly transforms data into actionable insights

- Passionate about AI & Data technologies and eager to understand their financial impact

- Highly adaptable, resilient, and possesses a strong team-first attitude, always seeking to contribute to overall company success through flexible and enthusiastic support

- A collaborative spirit, keen to build partnerships and drive collective achievement

- Committed to continuous learning and professional growth in finance and technology

Mandatory Qualifications: 

- Progressive experience in management accounting or FP&A

- Solid accounting fundamentals (e.g., Japanese Bookkeeping Level 2 or equivalent) and strong financial analysis skills

- Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex data modeling and analysis

- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities with speed, precision, and a highly adaptable mindset

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships across all levels

- Business-level proficiency in both written and spoken English and Japanese

Desired Qualifications: 

- Experience in IT development cost management, including software capitalization and ROI analysis

- Proficiency in financial data analysis; familiarity with FP&A/BI tools or quick learning ability

- Familiarity with IT project management processes and relevant tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) or proprietary tracking systems

- Understanding of financial models for AI/Data products/services