Hirotaka ARAKI
Imadera 3-405-11, OME-City, Tokyo,13
Summary
Proven accounting expert with a track record of enhancing financial accuracy and efficiency at Chugai Business Solutions Co. Ltd. Leveraged ERP systems proficiency and exceptional time management to streamline month-end closing processes and improve reporting accuracy. Achieved significant tax savings through meticulous research and strategic planning, demonstrating a strong blend of analytical and organizational skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant
Chugai Business Solutions Co. Ltd
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
Accountant
VOSS Japan. Ltd
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
Accountant Supervisor
Sanofi Pharmaceuticals
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Coordinated cross-functional projects involving multiple departments, driving efficiencies within the organization''s operations.
- Addressed complex accounting issues as they arose, working closely with colleagues to find appropriate solutions that adhered to industry best practices.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing efficient accounting processes and systems.
- Oversaw [Number] finance personnel in preparing tax returns, providing documentation and reconciling accounts.
- Managed a team of junior accountants, providing guidance and mentorship for their career development.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
Factory Staff
TACHI-S Co. Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Reduced waste by closely monitoring production processes and identifying areas for improvement.
- Ensured high-quality products with thorough inspections and adherence to quality control standards.
- Troubleshot equipment issues, performing necessary repairs or escalating problems to maintenance personnel as needed.
- Increased production efficiency by maintaining and operating machinery in a timely manner.
Assistant to the President and CEO
ZENNITISOKANRI
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Facilitated seamless coordination of board meetings by organizing materials, logistics, catering, and attendee management.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks assigned by executives by effectively prioritizing workload according to urgency.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing the President and CEO''s email, calendar, and phone calls.
- Improved overall office workflow by developing efficient filing systems for physical and digital documents.
Accountant
ZEMBA Co. LTD
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Contributed to enhanced revenue growth by analyzing revenue streams and identifying underperforming areas.
Staff Member
JVB Co.Ltd.
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Served as a liaison between guests and management, addressing concerns effectively while preserving positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by conducting regular facility inspections before and during the convention period.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down event spaces, ensuring timely completion of tasks and maintaining a safe environment.
- Delivered excellent communication between staff members, resolving potential conflicts quickly and professionally.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting or exceeding assigned performance metrics during convention events.
- Coordinated with vendors, securing necessary permits and approvals for seamless event execution.
- Assisted with pre-convention preparations such as mailings, website updates, and staff training, ensuring readiness for a successful event.
- Conducted post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement, implementing changes as needed in future events.
- Provided valuable information to attendees about convention programming, increasing awareness of scheduled events and activities.
- Collaborated with event staff to ensure smooth operations, improving overall guest satisfaction.
Accountant, Business Planning
The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers
03.2006 - 10.2017
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Identified significant tax savings opportunities by conducting in-depth research on applicable deductions and credits.
- Assisted in successful negotiation of terms with vendors and suppliers, improving company's cost-efficiency.
- Optimized cash flow management, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs without compromising investment opportunities.
- Streamlined monthly financial reporting processes, significantly reducing time required for report generation and analysis.
- Achieved compliance with all tax regulations by staying updated on changes and conducting thorough reviews of financial operations.
Secretary Manager
NPO EcoDesign Promotion Network
10.2004 - 02.2006
- Handled payroll processing accurately and efficiently, ensuring all employees were compensated fairly according to company policies.
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining filing systems and implementing effective organizational strategies.
- Supported executive team with timely and accurate document preparation, leading to increased productivity.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for executives, optimizing itineraries to minimize costs while maximizing convenience.
- Improved cost management by negotiating favorable contract terms with vendors and suppliers.
- Contributed to strategic planning efforts by preparing detailed reports on market trends, industry news, competitor analysis, and other relevant data points.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets, contributing to the achievement of financial targets by monitoring expenses closely.
- Boosted staff performance by developing detailed performance evaluation tools used for setting clear expectations during annual reviews.
- Streamlined administrative processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing appropriate solutions for improvement.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
Staff Member
Business Center for Academic Societies of Japam
03.1999 - 09.2004
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Maintained daily report documents including monthly financial closing
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Assisted in event planning and execution for company functions such as conferences, workshops, or social gatherings.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for senior staff, ensuring smooth business trips with minimal disruptions.
Sales Staff Member
Nippon Typewriter Co,. Ltd
04.1996 - 11.1998
- Collaborated with team members to optimize sales strategies, achieving higher conversion rates.
- Built strong customer relationships through excellent communication skills and product knowledge.
- Conducted product demonstrations, effectively showcasing features and benefits to potential clients.
- Managed a diverse client portfolio, tailoring sales approaches to individual needs and preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Managerial Economics
DAITO-Bunka University
Takashimadaira 1-9-1, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, 175-008203-1996
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Bank reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Account reconciliation
- Accounts payable
- Financial statements
- Financial reporting
- Payroll processing
- General ledger entries
- Tax preparation
- Account reconciliation processes
- General ledger management
- Payroll administration
- Management accounting
- General ledger accounting
- MS office suite
- Invoice balancing
- Cash flow management
- Financial management
- Data inputting
- Audit support
- Financial auditing
- Payroll management
- Finance
- Auditing
- Administrative support
- ERP systems proficiency
- Fixed asset management
- Financial planning
- Project accounting
- Cloud accounting
- SAP expertise
- Time management
- Microsoft Excel
- Tax law
- IFRS expertise
- Spreadsheet proficiency
- Budget forecasting
- Budgeting assistance
- ERP accounting
- Adobe software proficiency
- Payroll liability and deductions
- A/P and A/R
- Accounting recordkeeping
- Cashflow processes
Certification
- Japan Driver's License
Languages
Japanese
Native language
English
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Accountant
Chugai Business Solutions Co. Ltd
04.2024 - 09.2024
Accountant
VOSS Japan. Ltd
06.2023 - 03.2024
Accountant Supervisor
Sanofi Pharmaceuticals
01.2023 - 04.2023
Factory Staff
TACHI-S Co. Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant to the President and CEO
ZENNITISOKANRI
12.2020 - 12.2021
Accountant
ZEMBA Co. LTD
10.2018 - 11.2020
Staff Member
JVB Co.Ltd.
02.2018 - 09.2018
Accountant, Business Planning
The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers
03.2006 - 10.2017
Secretary Manager
NPO EcoDesign Promotion Network
10.2004 - 02.2006
Staff Member
Business Center for Academic Societies of Japam
03.1999 - 09.2004
Sales Staff Member
Nippon Typewriter Co,. Ltd
04.1996 - 11.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Managerial Economics
DAITO-Bunka University
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