Introduction
Our Mission
Mercari is a Japan-based company with the mission of “creating value in a global marketplace where anyone can buy & sell.” Having continuously worked toward this goal since our founding in 2013, we are now transforming from a startup into a global player. While this transformation brings its own specific set of challenges, we believe that solving them one after another will allow us to fully achieve our mission. Are you interested in working together to take on these exciting challenges?
Our Culture
Mercari’s culture has been central to the company since our founding, with the three core values of Go Bold, All for One, and Be a Pro. In addition, the “Trust & Openness” value was introduced to embody our culture of mutual trust, where information remains transparent and rules are kept to a minimum. Regardless of how big Mercari gets, our culture is essential to achieving our mission and will be promoted throughout our organization.
Position Overview
Work Responsibilities
The Internal Audit Team at Mercari helps to improve our corporate value by assessing risk management methods and internal controls, as well as advising the company on how to increase efficiency, create internal control systems, and develop company rules. Details include the following:
Conducting internal audit for all Mercari Group companies, business locations, and departments worldwide
Working on tasks related to J-SOX compliance (documentation support and management testing)
Identifying deficiencies, proposing remediation actions and following up on remediation progress based on results from internal audit and J-SOX testing
Supporting Supervisory Board Members of all group companies
Depending on the position, the employee may be hired by Mercari, Inc. and seconded to Merpay, Inc. Further details will be provided during the interview process.
Bold Challenges
We are looking for someone who can not only work on internal auditing tasks, but also thrive looking over a fast-growing company like Mercari to promote healthy growth within our organization. If you’d like to use your experience as Internal Audit to help us improve our company, we want to hear from you!
Required Experience
3-5 years experience working on internal and/or external audit
General knowledge of accounting and finance
Knowledge in one or both of the following areas:
Accounting and operational auditing (certifications such as CPA or CIA are welcome)
Compliance at financial institutions (FSA guidelines, AML/CFT, protection of personal information, etc.)
Preferred Experience
Experience in internal controls at a listed company or a financial institution (internal audit, risk management, compliance, accounting, etc.)
Experience in FinTech related businesses such as settlement, credit, and crypto assets at financial institution and audit firm
Technical skills such as data analysis
Project management experience liaising across multiple departments and countries
Knowledge and experience with legal matters relevant to the Mercari Group’s businesses
Experience as an outside expert working with online companies as clients
Screening Criteria
Besides the minimum requirements mentioned above, our ideal candidate:
Has great communication skills and high aspirations
Is capable of working independently and taking the initiative to lead the team to success
Possesses a strong sense of responsibility and works hard to achieve their goals
Is capable of taking on bold challenges and learning from mistakes
Language Requirements
English: Business level
Japanese: Native level
Working Conditions
Employment Status
Full-timeProbationary period: First 3 months after joining the company. (During this period your contract conditions will be the same as that of a permanent employee.)
Office Location
Roppongi
Work Hours
Scheduled working hours: 10 AM – 7 PM
Currently, due to COVID-19 pandemic, we have introduced a full-flex system without core time to increase the choice of working hours and allow for more flexible working styles.(*does not apply to all positions)
Holidays
Two days off per week (as well as national holidays, New Year's break, etc.)
Paid leave, congratulatory and bereavement leave, relax days, sick leave
Salary
Annual salary paid in 12 installments (monthly)
Based on skills, experience, and abilities
Reviewed twice a year
Benefits
Complete health and social insurance
Incentive program
Support systems, including those that benefit employee family members
Language learning support
Translation/interpretationsupport
*See this page for details.
Media
Corporate Sites
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Owned Media
Mercari Careers
Mercari Engineering Portal
Mercan - Introduces the people that make Mercari
Mercari US Careers
Mercari US Blog