Natsuko Kojima
CPA (US And Canada), CGMA
London
Summary
Dynamic finance leader with over 20 years of experience in building and leading high-performing FP&A and Business Planning functions within fast-paced, high-growth global environments. Expertise in developing scalable financial models, data ecosystems, and processes from inception, driving transformative change to support ambitious international expansion. Proficient in presenting and defending strategic proposals at the board level while leading monthly senior management reviews across diverse regions, including Japan, the UK, Europe and the US. Recognized for resilience, energy, and a commitment to cultivating teams into trusted business partners who challenge assumptions and influence strategic decision-making.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of FP&A Data Ops
Sega Europe
01.2024 - Current
- Established Sega’s first FP&A Data Ops function from the ground up, securing senior leadership buy‑in and funding for a new strategic capability to drive global finance transformation.
- Leading the design and rollout of an enterprise‑wide financial data platform integrating Oracle, Workday, and Vena, focused on creating standardised data structures, governance, and processes as the foundation for future automation and AI‑driven analytics.
- Present and defend investment and transformation proposals at board level, securing approval for multi‑year technology and process programmes.
- Build and manage a Sofia‑based FP&A operations team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Driving the end‑to‑end transformation of FP&A data management by aligning finance, IT, legal, HR, studio teams, and Sega head office finance and budget offices behind a unified, global process framework.
Director of Business Planning
Sega Europe
04.2020 - 12.2023
- Promoted to lead and scale the European and Japan Business Planning function, enhancing analytical capability and strategic influence across multiple markets.
- Chaired monthly senior management review meetings with Japan and UK leadership, providing strategic insights to guide decision‑making.
- Implemented BPC and Vena across Europe, enabling real‑time, self‑service analytics while maintaining strict data security.
- Led a full redesign of management accounting and forecasting processes, reducing the reporting cycle by three business days and improving forecast accuracy through more granular driver‑based modelling.
- Partnered with senior executives to challenge assumptions, stress‑test strategic plans, and align budgets with international growth objectives.
- Hired, developed, and mentored a high‑performing, multi‑national team, several of whom progressed into leadership roles.
Head of Business Planning
Sega Europe
04.2017 - 03.2020
- Established Sega Europe’s Business Planning function, standardising reporting frameworks and introducing a data‑driven approach to financial analysis.
- Expanded the team from a Japan‑only unit to a multi‑national function, strengthening cross‑border collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Reduced the delivery time of key P&L reports to studios and senior management from three months after period‑end to within the month‑end close.
- Designed and implemented the first unified management accounting process across multiple territories, improving reporting consistency and comparability.
Finance Manager
Treehouse Foods
11.2015 - 03.2017
- Led all financial operations for a major subsidiary, acting as a strategic partner to the leadership team.
- Managed preparation and analysis of full P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements, providing financial guardrails for decision-making.
- Oversaw capital investment planning and intercompany settlements, ensuring robust financial control by collaborating with engineering and multi‑disciplinary teams across the US and Canada.
Senior Financial Analyst
Treehouse Foods
12.2009 - 11.2015
- Served as SME for SAP implementations and internal audits, ensuring system and process readiness.
- Managed all capital and intercompany accounting, streamlining processes to accelerate month-end reporting cycles.
Senior Cost Accountant
Silverline Group Inc.
06.2008 - 10.2009
- Delivered project cost analysis and budget tracking for construction
projects, reporting findings to senior management and owners.
General Accountant
Walker Industries
09.2003 - 05.2008
- Managed accounting, reporting, and budgeting for multiple aggregates and construction divisions.
Education
MBA - The Executive MBA
Quantic School of Business And Technology
Washington, DC 10.2018 - 01.2020
Diploma - Business Accounting
Niagara College
Niagara-on-the-Lake 01.2001 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Native Studies
Trent University
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada 09.1996 - 06.1999
Skills
Financial planning and analysis
Financial analysis
Financial budgeting
Strategic planning expertise
Stakeholder reporting
Business insight
Strategic business collaboration
Effective stakeholder relationship management
Challenging established beliefs
Project coordination
Team leadership
Change process facilitation
Business partnerships
Strategic goal setting
Regulatory compliance expertise
Creative problem-solving
Cross-functional collaboration
Clear and concise communication
Strategic business planning
Certification
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Washington State Board of Accountancy
Timeline
Director of FP&A Data Ops
Sega Europe
01.2024 - Current
Director of Business Planning
Sega Europe
04.2020 - 12.2023
MBA - The Executive MBA
Quantic School of Business And Technology
10.2018 - 01.2020
Head of Business Planning
Sega Europe
04.2017 - 03.2020
Finance Manager
Treehouse Foods
11.2015 - 03.2017
Senior Financial Analyst
Treehouse Foods
12.2009 - 11.2015
Senior Cost Accountant
Silverline Group Inc.
06.2008 - 10.2009
General Accountant
Walker Industries
09.2003 - 05.2008
Diploma - Business Accounting
Niagara College
01.2001 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Native Studies
Trent University
09.1996 - 06.1999