We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team, working on-site from our Tokyo office. In this role you will be a key member of our Finance function, contributing directly to our goals and working closely with talented colleagues across the business.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership and impact. You will apply your skills in Accounting, Reconciliation and Financial Reporting to solve interesting problems, ship work you can be proud of and help us raise the bar for what we do. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, share your ideas openly and have the support you need to do your best work and grow along the way.
You will bring around 4 to 7 years of relevant experience and strong, practical knowledge of Accounting, Reconciliation and Financial Reporting. Just as important are clear communication, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with people across different teams and backgrounds.
Within your first few months, you will get up to speed with our products, processes and people, build strong working relationships across the team, and begin taking ownership of your own work. Over time, you will have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, take on broader scope and grow your career with us as the company continues to scale.
In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, competitive pay, meaningful benefits and the chance to do work that genuinely matters. We care about our people, invest in their growth and want everyone here to be able to do the best work of their careers.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Vanta Works is an equal-opportunity employer: we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply today and tell us why you would be a great fit.
Responsibilities
As a Accountant at Vanta Works, you will play a central role within our Finance function and take ownership of a broad and varied set of responsibilities. Working alongside a collaborative, motivated team, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:- Support audits, both internal and external, by preparing schedules and responding to queries.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide clear, actionable insights to business stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with policy and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital and key financial metrics and flag risks early.
- Identify opportunities to reduce cost, improve margins and strengthen financial discipline.
- Present financial findings and recommendations clearly to non-finance audiences.
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities including reconciliations, accruals and month-end close.
- Support the budgeting, forecasting and planning cycles, and track performance against targets.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility and process efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and internal controls.
- Build and maintain financial models to support decision-making, scenarios and investment cases.
- Prepare, analyse and present accurate financial statements, reports and management information.
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, learning from mistakes and celebrating shared wins.
- Continuously develop your skills, seek feedback and stay current with the latest developments in your field.
- Support and step in for teammates when needed to help the team meet its shared goals.
- Adapt to changing priorities and remain calm, focused and effective in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and bring forward practical ideas to make our products, processes and ways of working better.
- Contribute actively to a positive, inclusive, supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Uphold the company's values, policies, security requirements and standards of professional conduct in all activities.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
- Bring energy, curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset to everyday challenges.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, care and integrity at all times.
- Support onboarding, knowledge-sharing and documentation so the wider team can learn, scale and succeed.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Represent the team and the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
- Proactively flag dependencies and coordinate with other teams to keep work moving smoothly.
- Communicate progress, risks and blockers clearly and proactively to your manager and relevant stakeholders.
What we're looking for
4-7 years of professional experience in a Accountant or similar roleStrong working knowledge of Accounting, Reconciliation and Financial Reporting
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
Benefits
At Vanta Works, we believe that looking after our people is the foundation of doing great work. We offer a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits and perks package that supports your health, your finances, your growth and your life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect the following:- Full sponsorship for relevant professional certifications, memberships and qualifications.
- Structured mentorship, regular feedback and clear, transparent career-progression frameworks to help you grow.
- Mental-health support including confidential counselling, an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing resources.
- Protected time for learning, regular internal knowledge-sharing sessions and access to leading online learning platforms.
- Flexible working hours that let you do your best work while balancing your personal life and commitments.
- Additional wellbeing and volunteering days each year to look after yourself and give back to your community.
- Transparent communication, regular all-hands updates and direct, approachable access to leadership.
- Generous referral bonuses for helping us find and hire other great people to join the team.
- A home-office set-up allowance plus the laptop, equipment and tools you need to work comfortably and productively.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependants, so you and your family are well looked after.
- Recognition of personal milestones with celebration leave and thoughtful gestures.
- Regular team lunches, celebrations, offsites and social events that make work more fun, human and connected.
- Transparent, structured pay bands and clear criteria for progression, so you always know how to grow your earnings.
- a company-supported retirement savings plan, helping you build long-term financial security for the future.
- A supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture where your ideas are genuinely heard and your contribution truly matters.
- Generous, fully paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting you through one of life's biggest moments.
- A flat, low-ego environment where good ideas can come from anyone and are acted upon.
- Hybrid and remote-friendly working options, with the trust and autonomy to manage your own time and output.
- Company-funded health insurance with access to a wide network of hospitals and clinics, plus an annual preventive health check-up.
- Allowances and reimbursements for work-related expenses, handled quickly and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Support for relocation where relevant, to help you make a smooth move and settle in quickly.
- Wellness initiatives throughout the year, from health talks and screenings to fitness challenges and mindfulness sessions.
- The chance to do meaningful, high-impact work alongside talented, friendly, humble and ambitious colleagues.
- Thoughtful welcome kits, branded swag and little extras that make you feel part of the team.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting