Financial Analyst

OBAYASHI CORPORATION is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Financial Analyst to join our team. This role supports the financial management and strategic planning of Obayashi’s North American operations, including both group companies and U.S. holding entities. This role is responsible for reviewing and analyzing financial data, assisting with consolidated reporting, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and compliance activities. This position is based in Foster City with a hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of three days per week in the office.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

[Group Companies]   

• Review and verify financial reports submitted by Obayashi's North American group companies ("group companies")
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements and related plans and projections for the North American group companies of Obayashi Corporation ("Obayashi").
• Assist in the analysis of consolidated financial data to contribute to the planning and development of financial and tax strategies for NARHQ.
• Assist in communication between the global HQ and the finance teams of group companies regarding financial, accounting, and tax matters.
• Coordinate with group companies and financial institutions to maintain parent company guarantees related to bonds, construction contracts, lines of credit, and letters of credit.
• Collect and compile data from group companies for J-SOX compliance; assist in follow-up communications with global HQ.
• Prepare and organize supporting financial data for Obayashi’s tax filings, in coordination with the Accounting Department and external tax consultants.

[US Holding Companies]  

• Perform periodic financial reporting
• Prepare annual financial budgets & forecasts
• Assist in communication with an external auditor to perform an audit
• Daily and monthly cash management and monitoring
• The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, those listed above, and other duties may be assigned

Education & Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of financial reporting, accounting, tax, and financial analysis experience
• Work experience at a public international company is preferred
• CPA candidate preferred
• Experience in the construction industry is not required, but related field experience or a strong interest in the construction industry is a big plus

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.  Business Proficiency in Japanese is highly desirable.
• Proficient in accounting software such as QuickBooks or other ERP systems

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE:  $95,000-$105,000 USD / yr

In accordance with California state law, Obayashi Corporation is committed to providing clear and transparent information regarding the compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be based on various factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and relevant market considerations. This salary range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role within California. Compensation in other states may vary based on local market conditions and applicable regulations. We strive to offer competitive and fair compensation across all locations.

Benefits:

Obayashi Offers Competitive Market Salaries and Benefits Packages, including: 

• Medical PPO Plan and HDHP
• Dental DPO Plan 
• Vision Insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Life Insurance   
• Disability Insurance 
• 401K Matching
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Sick Leaves
• and more..

Employee benefits are 100% covered by Obayashi, and family coverage is covered at 80%. 

About Obayashi   

Obayashi Corporation has delivered quality solutions to infrastructure challenges across the globe for more than 130 years. Founded in 1892, Obayashi is the largest Japanese Contractor and the fourth-largest International Contractor conducting business in the United States. Obayashi has been operating and completing projects in the United States since 1979. Obayashi provides a full range of general contractor services in both public works and private sectors including: office buildings, residences, tunnels, highways, rail systems, bridges, artificial islands, airports and nuclear power plants. Other services include urban planning and architecture, real estate and property development, environmental, and waste services. The North American Operations consolidated revenue is over $3 billion in the United States and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer   

Obayashi Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws, providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and coworkers.

To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship would result. If you need accommodation to complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department by either visiting Obayashi Corporation at 950 Tower Lane, Ste 800, Foster City, CA 94404 or call (650) 952-4910.