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Work History

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MIKIO KATO

HYOJITO Co., Ltd.

Aichi

Language

Certification

years of professional experience

Dynamic, US CMA-qualified Finance & Accounting Manager with over 15 years of comprehensive experience spanning US GAAP, IFRS, and Japanese GAAP across global multinational corporations and publicly listed companies. Holds advanced credentials including The Wharton School M&A Program, CertIFR (ICAEW), and passed the Japanese CPA Short-Answer Examination. Proven expertise in financial reporting, FP&A, business forecasting, IFRS/US GAAP conversion, tax compliance, and M&A accounting. Track record of leading teams up to 5 members, driving accounting transformation, executing system integrations, and successfully managing external audit & tax authority relations. Fluent in business English with strong cross-cultural communication skills working with global headquarters and overseas stakeholders. Seeking a Finance Manager / Accounting Manager / FP&A Lead position within a global enterprise in the Tokyo,Kanagawa,Chiba or Saitama area, utilizing international accounting expertise, strategic project execution, and leadership to drive financial operational excellence and corporate value.

Work History

Accounting Manager (Administration Department)

2 Years 11 Months

HYOJITO Co., Ltd. | Nagoya / Tokyo | 11.2023 - Current

Direct and lead an accounting team of up to 5 staff, overseeing monthly, quarterly, and annual closing, tax filings, and regulatory disclosures.
Spearheaded the transition from standalone accounting to consolidated financial reporting and disclosure under J-GAAP.
Key finance lead for M&A transactions, collaborating with external advisors on financial due diligence, business valuation, and post-merger accounting integration.
Project lead for the implementation of the New Lease Accounting Standard, aligning asset scopes with external auditor consensus.
Successfully managed consecutive corporate/local tax audits in collaboration with tax advisors, minimizing adjustments and risks.
Business: Map Advertising (Navita), General Advertising, Digital Signage, and Signage/Information Boards Listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market | Capital: ?923.76M | Sales: ?10.83B | Employees: 455

IFRS Specialist / Managerial Level (Administration Department)

3 Years 1 Month

DAITO ME CO., LTD. (Group company of FREESIA TRADING CO.,LTD.) | Aichi | 09.2020 - 10.2023

Responsible for IFRS-based financial reporting, consolidated disclosures, and audit coordination for a Taiwanese listed parent group.
Prepared consolidated financial statements, footnote disclosures, IFRS adjustment entries, and tax effect accounting.
Researched complex IFRS topics (e.g., COVID-19 government subsidy accounting) and formulated company-wide accounting treatment frameworks.
Successfully resolved foreign tax credit issues on interest income from a Taiwanese affiliate through direct consultation with the Nagoya Regional Taxation Bureau.
Enhanced cross-border reporting processes with Taiwanese and Chinese counterparts, accelerating the quarterly consolidation package delivery.
Business: Investment, Corporate Restructuring & Turnaround Support, and Group Operations/Management Support Unlisted (Freesia Group) | Capital: ?5.825B | Employees: 1,800

IFRS Specialist / Managerial Level (Administration Department)

1 Year 4 Months

FREESIA TRADING CO., LTD. | Tokyo | 04.2019 - 08.2020

Managed IFRS conversion, quarterly reporting packages, and consolidation of subsidiaries for the Taiwanese listed parent company.
Liaised with Taiwanese external auditors to ensure compliance with international auditing standards and disclosures.
Business: Investment, Corporate Restructuring & Turnaround Support, and Group Operations/Management Support Unlisted (Freesia Group) | Capital: ?5.825B | Employees: 1,800

Contract Specialist / Financial Advisor

3 Years 5 Months

INTERIM & TRANSITIONAL ROLES | Tokyo | 02.2015 - 07.2018

Randstad K.K. (Dec 2017 – Jul 2018): Business: Temporary Staffing, Placement, Technology Services, and In-house Services | Handled operations and client services at a power company contact center, achieving 6 gas provider switchover agreements through strong negotiation skills.
Asahi Mutual Life Insurance Company (Dec 2016 – Aug 2017): Business: Individual/Group Life Insurance Sales and Asset Management |Provided financial planning and life insurance advisory to 35+ clients; expanded client portfolio through ongoing consultations.
NTT Marketing Act (Feb 2015 – Mar 2015): Business: Contact Center Operations and BPO Services |Assisted over 70 individuals daily with tax return preparation and income tax filings during final tax declaration season, leveraging deep accounting knowledge.

FP&A Analyst – Natural Gas Division (Controllers Department)

2 Years 10 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 07.2002 - 05.2005

Led FP&A functions for the Natural Gas division, reporting monthly financial performance, budget variances, and rolling forecasts directly to US HQ and Singapore regional management.
Partnered with commercial sales teams to build annual budgets, revenue forecasts, and profitability models based on gas demand predictions.
Co-led the early adoption of the new US GAAP Asset Retirement Obligations (ARO) standard, conducting field studies at gas operations to determine asset removal liabilities.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

Financial Analyst (ExxonMobil Business Service Y.K. / Shared Services)

1 Year 9 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 10.2000 - 07.2002

Handled US GAAP balance sheet closing and monthly financial reporting following the global Exxon and Mobil corporate merger.
Served on a cross-entity integration team across 4 group companies to consolidate time/attendance software systems and HR master codes.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

Financial Analyst (Financial Planning Department)

2 Years 10 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 11.1997 - 09.2000

Analyzed labor and freight cost variances for monthly US HQ reporting, and drafted US GAAP adjusting entries for bonus reserves and retirement benefits.
Identified data discrepancies between freight sub-ledgers and general ledger; designed and implemented corrective actions that satisfied auditor recommendations and strengthened internal controls.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

HR Staff & Sales Representative

5 Years 6 Months

ExxonMobil Japan (Formerly Mobil Oil K.K.) | Tokyo | 04.1992 - 10.1997

HR Department (May 1995 – Oct 1997): Managed HR databases for ~1,000 employees and conducted payroll/bonus simulations for executive management.
Tokyo Industrial Branch (Apr 1992 – Apr 1995): Managed B2B industrial lubricant sales; won corporate recognition for achieving the nation's first sales record for plant-based lubricants.
Business: Crude Oil & Natural Gas Exploration/Production, and Manufacturing/Sales of Petroleum & Petrochemical Products Unlisted (ExxonMobil Group) | Capital: ?300M | Employees: 74

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Resource Engineering

Waseda University | 03.1992

Skills

International Accounting & Reporting: US GAAP

IFRS

J-GAAP

Financial Statements & Footnote Disclosures

Consolidated Financial Reporting

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance Analysis

Business Partnering

Management Decision Support

Corporate Finance & Projects: M&A Due Diligence

Valuation

New Accounting Standard Implementation (Leases

ARO)

Internal Controls & Audit

Taxation & Compliance: Corporate/Local Taxes

Consumption Taxes

Deferred Tax Accounting

Tax Audit Defense

Foreign Tax Credit

Leadership & Stakeholder Management: People Management (Up to 5 direct reports)

Cross-functional Leadership

Audit Firm & Consulting Partner Management

Certification

M&A and Corporate Development Strategies Program, The Wharton School (Apr 2025), Consolidated Accounting Specialist, Financial Reporting & Practice Examination (Jun 2025), Financial Reporting & Practice Disclosure Administrator (Jan 2024), Passed All Parts of the US CMA Exam (Dec 2022), Certificate in International Financial Reporting (CertIFR), ICAEW (May 2020), EIKEN Test in Practical English Grade Pre-1 (Business Level English) (Jul 2018), Passed CPA Short-Answer Examination (Japan) (Jan 2014), JCCI Bookkeeping Test Grade 1 (Nov 2010)

LANGUAGES

Languages: Japanese (Native), English (Business Level — Fluent in professional/financial writing, reading, and business communication; EIKEN Pre-1)

Additional Information & Qualifications

CAREER NOTE: CAREER PAUSE FOR FAMILY CARE & CONTINUOUS STUDY
Primary Family Caregiving: Devoted this period to fulfilling essential family caregiving responsibilities for a parent facing a severe medical illness.
Continuous Study & Qualifications Achieved: Despite challenging circumstances, efficiently managed time between caregiving duties to systematically advance technical accounting knowledge, successfully passing both the JCCI Bookkeeping Test Grade 1 (Nov 2010) and the CPA Short-Answer Examination (Jan 2014) to build an up-to-date foundation in Japanese accounting and tax principles for a seamless return to corporate finance leadership.

Timeline

Accounting Manager (Administration Department)

HYOJITO Co., Ltd.

11.2023 - CurrentRead More

IFRS Specialist / Managerial Level (Administration Department)

DAITO ME CO., LTD. (Group company of FREESIA TRADING CO.,LTD.)

09.2020 - 10.2023Read More

IFRS Specialist / Managerial Level (Administration Department)

FREESIA TRADING CO., LTD.

04.2019 - 08.2020Read More