Message from Chairman and CEO, Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC

At Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC (EY ShinNihon) we are committed to accompanying clients and stakeholders as their trusted partner, offering support to address the challenges and increasing uncertainty of a rapidly changing world and to shape the future with confidence. 

The global economy is undergoing significant transformation driven by various factors, including the rapid advancement of AI and digital technologies, cybersecurity risks, geopolitical uncertainties, and increasing environmental concerns. In alignment with EY’s purpose of Building a better working world during this transformative era, we leverage our sector knowledge and EY’s extensive global network to provide valuable insights as a trusted partner, aiming to address the management challenges identified through meaningful dialogue with our stakeholders. 

EY ShinNihon is proud to trace its origins back to Japan's first audit firm. We carry forward the legacy of its founder, Tetsuzo Ota, who was dedicated to fostering the healthy development of the Japanese economy. For more than half a century, we have built trust in capital markets through comprehensive audits while expanding our advisory services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. In the realm of sustainability, we play a vital role in promoting a healthy market by supporting the implementation of disclosure standards established by the Sustainability Standards Board of Japan (SSBJ), as well as providing assurance services. Our knowledge and skills as an audit firm enable us to contribute to the development of systems and regulations that uphold standards of credibility. We are determined to address the increasingly complex challenges faced by our clients, serving as a driving force for their management decisions and transformative initiatives. 

As technology rapidly evolves, we recognize the need for businesses to adapt. EY is investing $1 billion globally in technology, focusing on the integration of generative AI tools and AI agents. At EY ShinNihon, we are achieving tangible results that bolster the reliability of capital markets, including the early detection of financial reporting errors and delivering insights derived from our extensive sector knowledge and data analysis. We are passionate about guiding our clients through their digital transformation journeys, offering strategies that enhance operational efficiency and increase their competitive advantage. 

At the core of our mission is a team of seasoned professionals focused on fostering the robust development of capital markets in collaboration with our stakeholders. We value diversity within our organization and actively nurture individual talents to provide deep insights across various sectors. By cultivating a global workforce, we enhance the synergy between audit and advisory services, improving the quality of our offerings and discovering innovative approaches to tackle complex challenges. 

We aspire to create a future that embodies a sustainable and inclusive economy and society. By prioritizing dialogue with our clients and stakeholders, we can remain trusted members of our communities while developing innovative services rooted in profound insights and a bold approach to transformation, paving the way toward this envisioned future. 

Hiroki Matsumura 
Chairman and CEO, Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC