Managing an Accounting Project Across Multiple Group Companies

ATAWAY JAPAN PROJECT ROLE

Ataway Japan participated as the Project Management Office (PMO) for a major group accounting system rollout. We supported issue resolution, progress tracking, risk and change control, and overall project governance. We also assisted in managing weekly progress meetings, steering committee operations, system development planning, and reporting tasks in close coordination with the client.

THE PROJECT

This group accounting system rollout involved implementing a common accounting system across domestic group companies for a major transportation firm. Despite a tight deadline, the Ataway team hit the ground running, delivering results on schedule.

THE CHALLENGE

While preparing for the Phase 2 release of the new accounting system, the client experienced internal organizational changes and continued maintenance of Phase 1 operations. These factors made resource allocation for the group accounting system rollout challenging.

Despite this, we supported the client to successfully execute Phase 2 without delaying the original go-live date. We minimized impacts on ongoing maintenance and adapted to changes in project scope and participating companies. We structured the necessary decision-making information, documented issues and options, and provided clear materials to support client decisions.

Why Ataway

With deep PMO expertise and hands-on support, Ataway brought structure, speed, and clarity to this complex group accounting system rollout. Our ability to work closely with both technical and business teams—combined with strong communication and risk control—made us the ideal partner.

How We Did It

We facilitated key decision-making through focused meetings, clear documentation, and constant alignment. As priorities shifted, we increased communication, redefined tasks, and helped the client build a realistic and flexible re-plan—all without losing momentum.

The Impact

Despite internal changes and workload constraints, the client completed Phase 2 of the system release on time. Manual workload was reduced, visibility improved, and project risks were contained—setting the stage for smoother operations across all group companies.