Accounting and Finance - Head of FP&A

Function Finance Our Company We’re Hitachi Vantara, the data foundation trusted by the world’s innovators. Our resilient, high-performance data infrastructure means that customers - from banks to theme parks - can focus on achieving the incredible with data. If you’ve seen the Las Vegas Sphere, you’ve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate, optimize, innovate - and wow their customers. Right now, we’re laying the foundation for our next wave of growth. We’re looking for people who love being part of a diverse, global team - and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data. Job description Job Summary We are seeking a highly analytical and business-oriented Corporate FP&A professional to support and enhance global financial planning and performance management processes. This role plays a critical part in driving consolidated financial insights, enabling data-driven decision-making, and strengthening cross-regional collaboration, particularly between our teams in Japan and the U.The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable, business-friendly insights for senior leadership, while leveraging advanced digital and AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity and efficiency. Fluency in both English and Japanese is required. Candidates must also be willing and able to relocate to Japan for approximately 6-12 months within the first year of employment to gain direct exposure to local financial processes, systems, and business practices, and to support stronger global alignment. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Forecasting Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles (monthly, quarterly, annual) Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasts and long-term financial planning Support long-range planning activities and strategic financial initiatives Performance Management & Analysis Drive enhancements to consolidated performance management, including P&L and profitability analysis Analyze financial results, identify key drivers, and provide actionable insights on variances, risks, and opportunities Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor financial performance Reporting & Executive Communication Prepare and deliver financial reporting packages for senior management in clear, business-friendly language Translate complex financial data into structured, actionable insights for non-financial audiences Support executive-level presentations, highlighting key trends, dependencies, and risks Global Collaboration & Process Improvement Strengthen collaboration with Japan and global teams to improve cross-regional consolidated performance management processes Drive standardization and continuous improvement of FP&A processes, systems, and reporting frameworks Partner cross-functionally with business leaders, Controllership, and regional finance teams to ensure alignment Digital & AI-Enabled Finance Leverage financial planning systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Anaplan) to enhance forecasting accuracy and efficiency Utilize data automation, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to streamline reporting and improve insights generation Identify opportunities to improve productivity through automation and adoption of emerging finance technologies Champion best practices in data integrity, reporting automation, and digital transformation within FP&A processes Strategic Support Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business case evaluation Provide decision support to leadership by assessing financial implications of strategic investments and initiatives Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field MBA, CPA, or equivalent certification is a plus Experience 5-10 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis Experience working in a global or cross-regional environment preferred Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights Strong communication skills in English and Japanese Ability to work effectively cross-functionally in a global matrix organization Experience with financial planning tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Anaplan) Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity and analytics tools to enhance financial insights and efficiency Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering capabilities Strong attention to detail, with a proactive and results-driven mindset Mobility / Global Exposure Requirement Willingness to relocate to Japan for a period of approximately 6 to 12 months within the first year of employment This assignment is intended to provide hands-on exposure to local financial processes, systems, and business practices, and to strengthen cross-regional collaboration and alignment across the teams As required by the equal pay and transparency acts, the expected base salary for this position is: $150K to $190K. The expected on-target earnings for this position is: $175K to $220K The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Vantara’s bonus/variable/commission pay programs, where applicable, and are subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions. #Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can a make positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can inspire the future, this is the place to fulfil your purpose and achieve your potential. Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth. We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. How we look after you We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.