Accounting Manager

Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to provide financial leadership and support to business units. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in accounting, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven ability to drive improvements. Responsibilities include leading closing activities, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the company's financial operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in accounting and finance operations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, processes and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in identifying and implementing process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate closing activities within the accounting team and business units.
• Review accounting transactions and schedules for accuracy.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reporting packages.

Skills

Business acumen

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance

Tools

SAP

Stravis

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description:

About Rakuten Group, Inc.:

Rakuten Group, Inc. (TSE: 4755) is a global leader in internet services that empower individuals, communities, businesses and society. Founded in Tokyo in 1997, Rakuten has expanded to offer services in e-commerce, fintech, digital content and communications to approximately 1.8 billion members around the world. The Rakuten Group has over 30,000 employees and operations in 30 countries and regions. For more information, visit https://global.rakuten.com/corp/(opens in a new tab).

About Rakuten Asia:

Rakuten Asia is a key regional hub for Rakuten Group, overseeing and driving the growth of various Rakuten businesses across the Asia-Pacific region. We are committed to innovation and providing exceptional services to our customers and partners.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in providing financial leadership and support to Business units within Rakuten Asia.

The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen, excellent stakeholder management skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles and operations, and a proven ability to challenge the status quo to drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

Accounting Operations

• Lead and coordinate closing activities within the accounting team and business units.
• Review accounting transactions and schedules prepared by accounting specialists, ensure completeness and accuracy of financial records.
• Perform month-end closing operation and preparation of accounting schedules.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, and provide commentaries.
• Prepare reporting packages for HQ and business units.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting standards.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.
• Statutory filing including annual audit, GST and WHT filing.

Stakeholder Management

• Supervise and mentor accounting team members, ensuring smooth accounting operations
• Foster a collaborative and efficient team environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including business unit leaders, HQ accounting team member, tax team and HR team etc.
• Communicate financial information effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaborate with various business units to develop a deep understanding of their operations, challenges, and opportunities.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Challenge existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Lead or participate in projects to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency.
• Stay up-to-date on industry best practices and emerging technologies in finance and accounting.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the accounting team.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in accounting and finance operations.
• Flexible and proactive, able to take on a mix of complex responsibilities and smaller operational tasks.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, processes and best practices.
• Experience with accounting and reporting systems (e.g., SAP, Stravis).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with senior management, team members and various stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).