Arc’teryx - Finance Business Partner - Tokyo

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with DTC (E-commerce/Retail) teams to manage and monitor budgets, forecasts, and actuals on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Lead and support the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes for DTC channels.
• Provide financial analysis, performance tracking, and actionable insights to drive profitability and efficiency across all DTC initiatives.
• Act as a bridge between Brand teams and support functions (Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Marketing, etc.), ensuring smooth communication and strategic alignment.
• Support the creation and maintenance of budget management tools and templates for the Brand teams.
• Advise Brand teams on financial matters, including ROI analysis, cost allocation, and strategic investment planning.
• Assist with monthly closing processes, accruals, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Finance, Business Partnering, or Controlling roles, preferably within the consumer goods, retail, or digital sectors.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a solid understanding of financial planning and reporting processes.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle Hyperion, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus.
• A proactive, hands-on mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Language requirements: Fluent Japanese (Writing/ Reading/Speaking) and Business Level English (Writing/ Reading/Speaking).