Accounting Advisory Consultant

ACCA Careers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers is seeking technically strong accounting professionals to support high-profile reporting engagements in Singapore, focusing on SEC reporting, 20-F disclosures, and technical accounting matters. This role offers a consulting environment with broader client responsibilities and direct client interaction.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in Big 4 or related fields, strong IFRS/US GAAP knowledge, and professional qualifications (CPA/CA/ACCA preferred).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Big 4 or related accounting experience.
• Experience with SEC reporting and 20-F disclosures.
• Familiarity with PCAOB standards and SOX controls.
• Strong IFRS/US GAAP technical accounting knowledge.
• Professional qualifications preferred (CPA/CA/ACCA).

Responsibilities

• Support financial reporting and disclosure for listed entities.
• Review SEC reporting requirements and 20-F disclosures.
• Perform technical accounting research and prepare position papers.
• Assist clients with IFRS and US GAAP accounting considerations.
• Support management in discussions with external auditors.
• Evaluate SOX and internal controls and identify deficiencies.
• Review disclosures, MD&A and non-GAAP reconciliations.
• Collaborate with client finance teams to deliver reporting solutions.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Independent work

Fast-paced environment

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance or related

Job description

We are seeking technically strong accounting professionals to support high-profile reporting engagement involving SEC reporting, financial disclosures and technical accounting matters. This opportunity is well suited for candidates looking to transition into a consulting environment where they can take on broader responsibilities and work directly with clients.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global advisory firm with a strong reputation for supporting multinational corporations, listed companies and private equity-backed businesses. With a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, professionals are given the opportunity to work on complex challenges while developing deep technical and commercial expertise.

Description

• Support financial reporting and disclosure requirements for listed entities
• Review and analyse SEC reporting requirements and 20-F disclosures
• Perform technical accounting research and prepare accounting position papers and memoranda
• Assist clients with IFRS and US GAAP accounting considerations
• Support management in discussions with external auditors
• Evaluate SOX and internal control environments and identify control deficiencies
• Review financial statement disclosures, MD&A sections and non-GAAP reconciliations
• Collaborate with client finance teams and project stakeholders to deliver reporting solutions

Profile

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or a related discipline
• CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification preferred
• At least 5 years of experience within Big 4 Audit, Accounting Advisory, Technical Accounting, Financial Reporting or a related function
• Exposure to SEC reporting, 20-F filings, Foreign Private Issuers (FPI) or US-listed environments
• Familiarity with PCAOB standards, SOX controls and US GAAP reporting requirements
• Strong technical accounting knowledge under IFRS and/or US GAAP
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate independently within a fast-paced consulting environment

Job Offer

• Opportunity to work with a global advisory platform
• Exposure to complex technical accounting and reporting projects
• Client-facing consulting experience with multinational and listed companies
• Strong learning and career development opportunities
• Collaborative, high-performing and entrepreneurial team environment