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Celebrating the 2025 White Office Award

In a bid to recognize accounting firms that actively foster a positive work culture, the Management Innovation Support Council, operated by F&M CO., LTD., has announced the winners of the 2025 White Office Award. This initiative aims to honor accounting firms across Japan that have made significant efforts to enhance their employees' work environments, ensuring they can thrive in their roles while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

What is the White Office Award?

The White Office Award was established to promote the creation of workplaces where employees can work energetically and comfortably within the accounting industry. It values various initiatives aimed at improving work conditions, such as increasing employee retention rates, advancing work-life balance, enhancing training systems, and providing comprehensive benefits. The awardees receive a certificate in recognition of their dedication to making their workplaces more accommodating for their staff.

Criteria for selection include the uniqueness of initiatives, flexibility in working styles, commitment to employee well-being, support for career development, and consideration for work-life balance. These multifaceted perspectives are crucial in evaluating potential awardees.

Winners of the 2025 White Office Award

This year's awards were given to five notable accounting firms, each recognized for their commitment to enhancing employee experiences:

1. Kobe Kishi Tax Accounting Firm (Hyogo Prefecture)
Recognized for implementing a system that allows employees to create their schedules as long as they meet their targets, promoting a fully remote working model while enhancing communication and clarity in tasks.

2. KeyClear Financial & Accounting Consulting (Tokyo Metropolis)
Commended for establishing a fair evaluation system that fosters high motivation among staff and a supportive culture that champions growth and challenges.

3. Shinko Accounting Firm (Aichi Prefecture)
Celebrated for its three pillars—remote work, online customer interactions, and a systematic approach to workflow—which allows for flexibility tailored to employees’ personal lives while maintaining productivity.

4. Takamoto Tax Accountant Office (Chiba Prefecture)
Acknowledged for creating a transparent, supportive environment that encourages qualification pursuits and professional development while integrating modern work styles suited to contemporary needs.

5. Midosuji Tax Corporation (Osaka Prefecture)
Lauded for its relentless pursuit of efficiency through work environment innovations, such as private offices and advanced communication systems, as well as diverse benefits enhancing employees' quality of life.

The White Office Award exemplifies F&M CO., LTD.'s commitment to enhancing the accounting industry by not only supporting individual firms but also contributing to the revitalization of small to medium-sized businesses in Japan. This initiative promises that as more firms embrace these standards, the accounting sector will become increasingly appealing and vibrant.

The Management Innovation Support Council

The Management Innovation Support Council, run by F&M CO., LTD., aims to support accounting firms recognized as “Management Innovation Support Organizations,” as per the Small and Medium Enterprise Management Capability Strengthening Support Act. Through various workshops, knowledge-sharing formats, and comprehensive assistance, the council backs the efforts of these firms dedicated to fostering effective workplaces for their employees.

In conclusion, the approach championed by the winners of the 2025 White Office Award not only serves as a benchmark for the accounting industry but also promotes a culture of respect, dignity, and empowerment for all employees. As F&M CO., LTD. continues to expand its support for accountants, the hope is to further energize the entire landscape of small businesses in Japan.

Contact Information for Inquiries

F&M CO., LTD.
Consulting Department: Atohe
Tel: 0120-917-145
Email: [email protected]
(10:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, closed on weekends and holidays)

Company Overview

• - Company Name: F&M CO., LTD.
• - Stock Code: 4771 (Tokyo Standard)
• - CEO: Ichiro Morinaka
• - Establishment: 1990
• - Capital: 9,896,500,000 JPY (as of September 2025)
• - Consolidated Revenue: 17,063,700,000 JPY (FY2025)
• - Services: Accounting services for individuals and small businesses, management support services, financial and subsidy assistance, training services, and more.
• - Employees: 982 (as of September 2025)

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