CFO, Specialized in International Tax
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Job Description
About the role
This role oversees the operations of a founder-backed investment platform, applying international tax expertise to support cross-border governance. You’ll also be responsible for day-to-day administrative and operational management as a board member. Given the importance of this role, we’re looking for someone who can work with us over the long term, based on deep mutual trust.
What you'll be doing
- Compliance-driven structuring and hands-on execution of regulatory filings to prevent over-taxation
- Participating in strategic decision-making as a member of the board of directors
- Communication with portfolio company management in Japanese
- Financial analysis and forecasting of portfolio company performance
- Decision-making and nagotiation on new investments, ongoing equity holdings, and divestments
- Coordination with the company secretary, auditors, lawyers, and other advisors
- Execution or oversight of accounting, HR, and general administrative functions
What we're looking for
- Fluency in English and Japanese
- Experience in international tax as a Manager or Senior Manager
- Experience in negotiating with Japan’s National Tax Agency
- A strong interest in the oversight of portfolio companies
- A willingness to learn management accounting and legal work
- A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
- A commitment to long-term, trust-based professional relationships
What we offer
We aim to leverage the international tax expertise you’ve developed over the years. This position sits between the role of an advisor and that of a startup CFO. You'll apply your experience while learning new skills—such as management accounting and legal work—working side by side with the owner in a deeply trusted, long-term partnership.
About us
Stonewell Investments Limited is the family office of a 30-year-old Japanese entrepreneur.
We stand out by investing not in listed stocks, but in companies we help create from day one.
We have invested in six startup companies—one of which has gone public, and another that now operates in over 10 countries worldwide. While the portfolio consists of illiquid assets, its current valuation exceeds HKD 150 million. Going forward, we aim to integrate international tax expertise and expand our cross-border investment activities.
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| Work Location | Hong Kong Island |