About the role: WeWork Japan is looking for a Lead Accountant who will be responsible for a multitude of deliverables in accounting operations. The Japan Accounting team works cross-functionality with Global Business Service, FP&A, Tax, Treasury and other non-finance departments across global WeWork networks. For this reason, the Lead Accountant is expected to be both a true team player and an independent performer. Responsibilities: ● Perform day-to-day operations and month end close, including journal entry preparation, performing analytics, reporting, and reconciliationsResearch and advise on various accounting topics and transactions as they arise •Provide support to the SOX/internal control team to develop and maintain control procedures and related documentation •Support global and regional interim and year-end financial statement audits •Support global and regional tax requirements from an accounting perspective (i.e. statutory financial compilation) •Take part and contribute to developing, expanding, and improving financial reporting procedures for various financial schedules •Participate in and contribute to projects and initiatives with other members of the Accounting, Tax, Financial Systems, and Global Business Service teams •Proactively reach out to key stakeholders in the global WeWork networks and drive effective communications to deliver results while seeking necessary support from the team Key Characteristics & Experience: •3 to 5 years progressive work experience in accounting •Detail-oriented and self-sufficient •Self-learner and self-starter with minimum support •Fast executor with mobility •Strong ownership and willingness to go beyond the current scope of assignment •Ability to dive deep and connect multiple problems to identify a common solution •Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines •Ability to work under uncertainty and in an unorganized environment (i.e. no SOP, no system, no policy)