Hiroyuki Oyama
Business Development Professional
Tokyo
Summary
Results-driven consultant with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations for foreign tech companies entering the Japanese market. Transformed from finance-background professional to business designer/developer.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
CEO
Wisledge
Tokyo
07.2015 - Current
- Increased company revenue $[Amount] through aggressive new market strategies.
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
Regional Finance Manager, NEA
BBC Worldwide
Tokyo
04.2015 - 09.2021
- Provide commercial financial support to the GM Japan/South Korea and to manage the close, forecast and budget process for Japan and South Korea.
- Provide strong commercial support to the GM Japan/South Korea on new business opportunities and significant new deals/deal renewals. Includes financial analysis, comparisons to relevant benchmarks, scenario analysis, NPV and profitability/break-even calculations
- Support VP Finance Asia and Financial Controller Asia by driving a consistent and rigorous approach to forecast, close and budget cycles in Japan and South Korea. Ensure information is provided on a timely basis in a format that can be easily consolidated, pro-actively drawing out key issues and providing complete commentary on business performance
- Provides commercial finance expertise and support to key decision makers and deal makers in Japan and South Korea
- Manage and control outsourced accounting/payroll/treasury services
- Created documents to display financial reports and data using SAP.
Plant Controller
Firmenich
Kanagawa
03.2013 - 03.2015
- Audited bill of materials to accurately account for product costs.
- Oversaw inventory control positions by effectively following cycle counting policies and quickly identifying inventory discrepancies.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits and budgets.
Senior Accountant
Zimmer Biomet Dental
Osaka
06.2009 - 02.2013
- Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
- Calculated tax owed, prepared and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
- Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
Senior Accountant
Barry Callebaut
Hyogo
06.2008 - 04.2009
- Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
- Acted as management team for start-up factory operation. Worked across APAC countries (China, Singapore, Malaysia) and HQ team
- Acted as a member of Steering Committee for business acquisition & transition from Morinaga Confectionery
- Launched local Finance operations, fully responsible for financial reporting, cashflow Tax compliance, audits, VAT control
Accountant
Cegedim
Osaka
05.2006 - 06.2008
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents and closed books.
- Created budgets and forecasts for management group to meet regular accounting deadlines.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports and presentations.
- Took lead Oracle implementation project
Accountant
Merck
Tokyo
09.2005 - 01.2006
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents and closed books.
- Created budgets and forecasts for management group to meet regular accounting deadlines.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports and presentations.
- Supported annual audit
Education
MBA - Global Executive MBA
08.2022 - Current
- The Global Executive MBA provide me with the tools I need to excel in the C-Suite, but also take me one-step further into the global arena. The interactive online learning periods provide me with the flexibility to balance your demanding work schedule and challenge me to stay engaged with my fellow classmates, while the intense residential weeks push me to network, study and learn from the best at the school's partner institutions in four global cities: Madrid, London, Singapore (Singapore Management University) and Los Angeles (UCLA Anderson).
Executive Program - Social Impact Strategy
12.2021 - 08.2022
- The Executive Program in Social Impact Strategy is an 8-month online certification from the University of Pennsylvania for leaders and innovators working to make an impact.
- Students in the Executive Program come from all sectors, including non-profits, for-profits, government agencies, and community organizations. Students are working to grow their social enterprise, bring tested approaches to their initiatives, learn more about the social impact landscape, and expand their network.
Global Masterclass - Learning & Development Leadership
07.2021 - 05.2022
- This ten-month program is designed based on proven instructional strategies and provides the most sophisticated, effective and efficient learning experience for participants. The modern learning design involve innovative delivery methods and pedagogy such as discovery learning, flipped classroom, on-the job assignments, digital learning, virtual classrooms, group work, peer coaching and mentoring.
Executive Education - Organizational Design For Digital Transformation
02.2021 - 03.2022
- With a focus on the importance of organizational design and the operational backbone of a business, Organizational Design for Digital Transformation explores the five key dimensions required for successful digital transformation. Through insights from MIT faculty, students’ll learn the capabilities needed to succeed in the digital marketplace. Case studies from organizations that have successfully implemented digital transformation efforts will expose you to a variety of knowledgeable executives and thought leaders. Assess own organization in the context of digital transformation, and formulate a practical road map to implement digital change in your business.
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Business Management
04.1999 - 03.2003
Skills
Business Development
Accomplishments
- Founder of Japan L&D Association
- Successfully brought Trintech, BlackLine for Japanese CFO market and brought customers (Rakuten, Kao, Fast Retailing, McDonald's, THK, Veolia, etc.)
Affiliations
- The Institute for RPA & AI (IRPA AI)
- Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions and Alliances (IMAA)
- Global Innovation Institute (GInI)
- Japan L&D Association
Additional Information
Senior Advisor to Ridgelinez, Management Control
Certification
Certified Post Merger Integration Specialist (CPMI)
Timeline
IE Business School - MBA, Global Executive MBA
08.2022 - Current
University of Pennsylvania - Executive Program, Social Impact Strategy
12.2021 - 08.2022
Certified Post Merger Integration Specialist (CPMI)
10-2021
IE Business School - Global Masterclass, Learning & Development Leadership
07.2021 - 05.2022
Certified Intelligent Automation Professional
05-2021
Certified Design Thinking Professional
05-2021
MIT Sloan School of Management - Executive Education, Organizational Design For Digital Transformation
02.2021 - 03.2022
Finance Transformation Certificate Program, AICPA
12-2020
CEO - Wisledge
07.2015 - Current
Regional Finance Manager, NEA - BBC Worldwide
04.2015 - 09.2021
Plant Controller - Firmenich
03.2013 - 03.2015
Senior Accountant - Zimmer Biomet Dental
06.2009 - 02.2013
Senior Accountant - Barry Callebaut
06.2008 - 04.2009
Accountant - Cegedim
05.2006 - 06.2008
Accountant - Merck
09.2005 - 01.2006
Ritsumeikan University - Bachelor of Arts, Accounting And Business Management
04.1999 - 03.2003
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