OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

 

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.

At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

 

Responsibilities

Regular Activities

Perform monthly accounting close under US GAAP and quarterly close under local GAAPConduct balance sheet and profit & loss fluctuation analysis to ensure accuracy and prevent material misstatementsPrepare financial statements and supplementary schedules in accordance with local GAAP and company lawCalculate chargebacks for data center costs to the Canadian entityPrepare corporate tax returnsIdentify and document temporary and permanent differences for corporate tax filingsAnalyze consumption tax payable/receivable

Projects

Collaborate with the manager to develop and implement a company-wide strategy and process in compliance with the latest tax regulations.Lead and implement projects related to new accounting standards or tax law changesManage tax auditsSupport the Transfer Pricing (TP) team in preparing the local TP file (e.g., functional analysis)Coordinate with internal auditors for SOX audits specific to Japan operationsProvide accounting and tax advice to stakeholders regarding transaction treatmentManage sealing application processes

Staff Requirements

Background / Experience

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in finance or a related fieldUS CPA or Certified Tax Accountant qualification is highly valued; partial completion of these exams is also consideredMinimum 5 years of experience in the finance department of a foreign subsidiary, or 3+ years in accounting/tax firms

Mindset / Skillset

Strong logical thinking, eagerness to learn, and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to identify issues and propose solutions based on accounting standards and tax laws, in collaboration with stakeholdersSolid expertise in accounting and/or tax:

Accounting

Conceptual understanding of US GAAP and Japan GAAPHands-on experience with monthly accounting close

Tax

Experience preparing corporate tax returns and consumption tax analysisExtensive knowledge and experience in international tax matters (e.g., transfer pricing, cross-border consumption tax)Experience handling tax audits

Internal Control

Familiarity with US SOX is preferred

Communication

Business-level English proficiencyAbility to clearly explain accounting and tax matters in English is highly valued

Systems

Experience with SAP is preferred

Industry

Experience in software and/or telecommunications industries is preferred

Company

Prior experience working in a foreign subsidiary in Japan; preferably mid-sized or larger companies

 

 

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If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at hr@opentext.com. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.