SME I2P (Japanese Language Expert) at Syngenta Group

Pune, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Japanese Language Proficiency, Invoice to Pay, Accounting, Financial Document Validation, Vendor Communication, SAP ERP, VIM, Tax Compliance, Accounts Payable, English Communication

Industry

Farming

Description

Company Description About Syngenta At Syngenta Group, we're a global community of 56,000 innovators across 90 countries, united by a 250-year legacy of agricultural excellence. As the world's most local agricultural technology partner, we create tailor-made solutions that transform farming while protecting our planet, driven by our commitment to innovation, ethics, and integrity. Through our inclusive environment and diverse perspectives, we pioneer breakthrough solutions for farmers, society, and future generations. Join our worldwide teams of agricultural pioneers in creating a more resilient and equitable food system for all. Job Description At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, we are looking for a Japanese language expert with an accounting background to join our Invoice to Pay (I2P) team. This role requires strong Japanese language proficiency to manage invoice processing, vendor communications, and financial document validation for Japanese operations. You will serve as the Japanese-language point of contact, ensuring accurate interpretation and processing of accounting documents in Japanese and English. Accountabilities: Invoice & Payment Processing: Process vendor invoices, payment runs, and Travel & Expense claims in Japanese and English, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. Document Verification & Compliance: Review, translate, and validate Japanese-language accounting documents, tax invoices, and statutory records to ensure compliance with Japanese regulations. Vendor & Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary Japanese-language contact for vendor queries, exception resolution, and coordination with Japan-based stakeholders. Month-End Support & Audit Readiness: Assist with closing activities, reconciliations, and audit documentation requiring Japanese language interpretation. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Japanese language proficiency – Speak, Read, and Write (mandatory) B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification3–5 years of experience in an MNC, Shared Services, or BPO environment with exposure to finance/accounting processes Ability to interpret and process financial documents in both Japanese and English Working knowledge of Invoice to Pay processes (invoice processing, exception handling, payments, T&E) Clear written and verbal communication skills in Japanese and English Strong attention to detail with the ability to independently handle queries Desired Qualifications: Prior experience with SAP ERP and VIM (Vendor Invoice Management) tool Familiarity with Japanese tax regulations (VAT, withholding tax, tax invoices) Experience in accounts payable or general accounting roles Exposure to process improvement or automation initiatives within finance operations Additional Information Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. #LI-Onsite

Responsibilities

Manage invoice processing, payment runs, and vendor communications for Japanese operations. Ensure compliance with Japanese regulations through the translation and validation of financial documents.