Masaki Kitagawa
Dublin,CA
Summary
Founder and CEO of San Space Inc., leveraging J-GAAP and US GAAP expertise to drive cross-border operations and enhance financial workflows. Proven track record in project management and strategic planning, achieving significant efficiency improvements and client satisfaction through innovative AI-driven, and other digital solutions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & CEO
San Space Inc.
San Jose, United States
01.2024 - Current
- Founded San Space Inc. in the US (2024) and expanded operations to Japan (2025).
- Provide accounting automation and consulting services by leveraging AI tools and digital solutions.
- Designed and implemented financial workflows that improved efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across entities.
- Established cross-border operations, including incorporation, banking, payroll, and tax compliance in both the US and Japan.
External Director
Layers Consulting America Inc.
01.2019 - Current
- Directed global ERP and HR implementation projects, achieving timely system launches.
- Oversaw Global Talent Management System deployment across multinational entities.
- Spearheaded Global ERP implementation to enhance financial and HR operations.
- Executed Business Process Reengineering initiatives to optimize accounting and operational workflows.
Accounting Manager
Aoyama Sogo Accounting Office Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed financial reporting and compliance for diverse client portfolios.
- Oversaw audit preparation and facilitated communication with external auditors.
- Led tax planning and compliance efforts for corporate and individual clients.
Senior Consultant
Layers Consulting Co., Ltd.
Tokyo, Japan
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Executed organizational restructuring and developed strategic management initiatives.
- Managed IT projects from requirements definition to system rollout and operations.
- Conducted cost estimation and vendor selection to align with project goals.
- Oversaw testing and validation processes to ensure system functionality and performance.
Senior Staff
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu LLC
Tokyo, Japan
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Conducted audits of financial institutions under US GAAP and Japanese GAAP, focusing on securities, consolidations, pensions, and borrowings.
- Enhanced data extraction and formatting processes, reducing analysis time significantly while improving audit quality.
- Analyzed client data to identify opportunities for operational improvements.
Education
B.A. - Economics
Osaka City University
Osaka01.2009
Skills
- Project management and strategic planning
- J-GAAP, US GAAP and IFRS expertise
- Internal control development
- ERP implementation
- Cross-border system implementation
- Data analysis
- Client relationship management
Certification
- US CPA (California/ Washington)
- Japan CPA
Languages
Japanese
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Founder & CEO
San Space Inc.
01.2024 - Current
External Director
Layers Consulting America Inc.
01.2019 - Current
Accounting Manager
Aoyama Sogo Accounting Office Singapore Pte. Ltd.
01.2017 - 01.2019
Senior Consultant
Layers Consulting Co., Ltd.
01.2012 - 01.2017
Senior Staff
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu LLC
01.2010 - 01.2012
B.A. - Economics
Osaka City University