Accountant, Logistics

Mapletree Investments Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment company in Singapore is seeking a forecasting and budgeting specialist for the Mapletree Logistics Trust Group. This role requires expertise in financial modelling and analytical skills, with a focus on high-quality presentations and strategic decision support. Ideal candidates have a Chartered Accountant designation and relevant experience in the financial services or real estate sectors. Collaboration and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with relevant Degree.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in real estate or financial services industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for forecasting/budget exercise and analysis reports.
• Prepare consolidated forecast Net Property Income.
• Assist in preparation of Board slides and extracts.

Skills

Advanced financial modelling

Analytical skills

Attention to details

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, ACCA, or relevant quantitative disciplines

Job description

Company description:

Mapletree Investments Pte Ltd

The Role

This position will be responsible for Mapletree Logistics Trust (MLT) Group forecasting and budgeting and the evaluation of actual results against forecasts and budgets/targets. You will also be assisting in preparation of the financial modelling, simulations, and variance analysis, define and identify business requirements and reporting them to senior management. You will need to prepare top quality presentations and analysis for strategic decisions/topics, interpret, evaluate, and interrelate research data and develop integrated business analyses and projections for incorporation into strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for forecasting/budget exercise and analysis reports at the Group level for reporting.
• Prepare consolidated forecast Net Property Income (NPI) (cash basis) and variance analysis. Attend Assets Performance Schedule meeting.
• Prepare consolidated rolling forecast P&L and supporting schedules (taxation, other trust exp, mgt Interco and fees in units, etc). Analyse NPI by country trend/movement.
• Assist in preparation of Board slides and extracts of forecast DI by country for the income hedging plan.
• Assist in preparation of forecast and budget presentation materials for senior management, including underlying key assumptions/drivers, trend analysis and potential scenarios
• Analyse 5Y forecast same store Net Property Income (NPI) by country, key assumptions, unusual trend and potential up/downside risk. Detail workings on Opex, other trust expense, borrowing cost and tax. Assist in scenario planning
• Support any other ad-hoc projects or implementation such as Tagetik as required.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with Degree in Accountancy, Finance or ACCA or other quantitative disciplines where relevant.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in advanced financial modelling, analytical skills and a strong attention to details would be highly advantageous.
• Experience in real estate or financial services industry is a clear advantage.
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Able to perform in a highly collaborative work environment and to multi-task and work under pressure, both independently and in a team, in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiar with financial and legal knowledge, experience in REITs listing/Private Funds set-up and capital operation.