Accountant (1 year contract, Part-time) - MNC

Michael Page Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to APAC finance operations

Transformation initiatives

Collaborative multinational team

Job summary

Michael Page Singapore is seeking an experienced Accountant for a 12-month contract to provide hands-on finance support during a period of increased activity and transformation initiatives.

The role covers Singapore, China and Malaysia, with emphasis on month-end close, reconciliations, reporting and intercompany transactions. A degree in accounting/finance and advanced Excel are essential; CPA/CA/ACCA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting/finance.
• Experience with month-end close and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly and annual close processes.
• Handle accounts for Singapore, China and Malaysia.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules and variance analysis.
• Assist with accruals, intercompany transactions and GL maintenance.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and internal controls.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements.
• Provide ad hoc accounting support to the finance team.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial close

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CA/ACCA (nice to have)

Tools

SAGE 300

Job description

• Excellent opportunity to join a biopharmaceutical MNC.
• 1 year contract with potential for extension.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established multinational organisation with operations across the Asia-Pacific region. They are seeking an experienced accounting professional to provide hands-on finance support during a period of increased business activity and ongoing transformation initiatives.

Job Description

• Support monthly, quarterly and annual financial close activities, including journal preparation and account reconciliations.
• Handle accounts for Singapore, China and Malaysia.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules and variance analysis to support management reporting requirements.
• Assist with accruals, intercompany transactions, general ledger maintenance and other operational finance activities.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, internal controls and financial reporting standards.
• Support internal and external audit processes, maintaining accurate financial documentation.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, system enhancements and finance-related projects.
• Provide ad hoc accounting and analytical support to the wider finance team.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Accountant' should have:

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of accounting or finance experience, ideally within a multinational environment.
• Sound knowledge of financial accounting principles, reconciliations and month-end close processes.
• Experience working with ERP systems; exposure to SAGE 300 or similar platforms is advantageous.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Able to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver accurate results within deadlines.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, CA or ACCA will be a plus.

What's on Offer

• Part-time opportunity working 3 days per week.
• 12-month contract with potential for extension based on business needs.
• Exposure to regional APAC finance operations and transformation initiatives.
• Collaborative multinational working environment.
• Opportunity to broaden experience across financial reporting, compliance and operational finance functions.