IT Department Operations and Budget Management

Job Description

Square Enix Information Systems Department is responsible for the management and operation of various IT environments related to the business.

We are responsible for the introduction and operation of infrastructure in a wide range of areas, from corporate systems such as terminals, networks, and groupware used by employees, to development environments specialized for game development and design, and commercial systems including overseas operations for online titles such as Final Fantasy XIV and Dragon Quest X.

In a very broad scope of work that requires a sense of speed, you will be responsible for a core role in managing IT investments, including managing and organizing IT investments, contract work, various internal and external adjustments, reporting and explanations to management, and cross-departmental project management.

Specific job duties: (You will work in cooperation with other members.)

• IT department budget formulation and actual vs. budget management
• Organization and analysis of IT investment performance data, allocation support
• Operation support tasks (support for hundreds of procurement processes per month)
• Procurement tasks (approval, purchase, invoice processing, contract handling)
• Personnel management and other general affairs related to department operations
• Various coordination and communication tasks with internal departments/projects
• Creation of reports and statements for CIO, CFO, and CEO
• Cross-departmental project management

The Appeal of This Job

• You can be broadly involved from an administrative standpoint in promoting the introduction of infrastructure for various game development and online titles.
• You will perform analysis using vast amounts of data and create various reports, which will improve your reporting, documentation, and facilitation skills.
• There are many opportunities to directly report the created reports and briefing materials to management.
• There are many opportunities to collaborate with back-office functions of operating companies (especially accounting and legal), allowing you to acquire related knowledge.
• You will have many opportunities to be involved in a wide range of IT investment matters, allowing you to feel your contribution to business strategy.

Required Skills and Experience

• Advanced Excel skills (proficient in functions, pivot tables, and reporting)
• Experience in business improvement using numerical analysis
• Experience in internal coordination involving other departments

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Work experience in an IT-related company (understanding IT terms helps with quick comprehension)
• Basic knowledge of corporate accounting (e.g., Commercial Bookkeeping Level 3 to beginner level)
• Project management experience
• Experience in planning, proposing, and executing business improvements (e.g., efficiency improvements using AI functions)
• Basic knowledge and experience regarding contracts (training provided if no experience)
• English proficiency (conversation is not required to be fluent; ability to read English contracts and communicate via email with overseas contacts is sufficient)

Job Requirements

Job Title / Recruitment Position Name

IT Department Operations and Budget Management

Employment Type

Full-time employee

Salary

Negotiable

Salary will be determined based on experience and ability, regardless of age, according to company regulations.

Furthermore, it will be adjusted based on ability and performance after joining.

Location / Map

150-6215 Shibuya Sakura Stage SHIBUYA Tower, 1-1 Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Location Supplement

(At time of employment)

Above location or, if approved by the company, home or equivalent location.

• Work-from-home system available.

(Scope of change)

Company's designated business location or, if approved by the company, home or equivalent location.

Employment Type Supplement

No fixed term of contract (6-month probationary period, mandatory retirement at 60, re-employment system after retirement)

Work Style

Flex-time (with core time)

• Standard daily working hours are 7.5 hours, excluding breaks.
• For work exceeding 6 hours per day, the break time is 1 hour, and the timing is left to the individual's discretion.
• According to our company regulations, different work styles may apply.

Overtime Work

Yes

Holidays/Vacations

Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, year-end and New Year holidays, annual paid leave (granted upon joining, varies by month of joining), special leave for congratulations and condolences, etc.

Benefits/Welfare

Commuting allowance, health insurance association resort facilities, health check-ups.

Details of the above (working conditions) will be provided during the interview.

Insurance Coverage

Employment insurance, workers' accident compensation insurance, employees' pension, health insurance

Measures to Prevent Passive Smoking

No smoking indoors in principle (smoking room available)

Job Description Supplement (Scope of Change)

Company-designated duties