Accounting Manager / Accountant

Tencent; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to lead financial reporting and ensure compliance with international standards. The successful candidate will manage critical functions including journal entries, general ledger management, and financial controls. Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, and CA or CPA qualification, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is a plus. This role offers opportunities for digitalization and process improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in MNCs or professional firms.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS and financial statement disclosures.
• Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform IFRS accounting and Local GAAP adjustments.
• Manage GL activities for accurate month/year-end closings.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Prepare financial reports and investigate variances.
• Collaborate with auditors for local statutory reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

Business Unit
At Tencent Finance, we are deeply committed to fostering the professional growth of our staff through tailored finance training, mentorship programs, job rotation initiatives, and support for finance professional certifications. Recognized as an approved employer by esteemed organizations like ACCA, HKICPA, CIMA, CPA Australia, and CA, and certified accredited trainer with the Singapore Accountancy Commission, we provide comprehensive resources and guidance to ensure our employees remain at the forefront of the rapidly evolving finance landscape. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced hire, we empower you to acquire and maintain professional qualifications, enhancing your credibility and competence in the finance domain while keeping you competitive in the ever-changing industry.

What the Role Entails

Join Tencent's International Accounting Hub as a Financial Accountant and be at the forefront of our global finance operations. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in steering our financial reporting processes and ensuring compliance with international standards. Reporting directly to the Head of Department, you'll oversee a range of critical functions, including journal entry preparation, general ledger management, and financial control. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned financial professional to lead system and process improvement initiatives, driving digitalization efforts across regions. If you're ready to make a significant impact and contribute to Tencent's continued success in the global market, we invite you to embark on this rewarding journey with us.

Responsibilities

• Perform IFRS accounting and Local GAAP adjustments, including journal entry preparation.
• Manage GL activities such as asset registers, treasury, intercompany transactions, payroll, and employee entitlements to ensure accurate and timely month/year-end closings.
• Assume ownership of financial controls on financial master data and general ledger, including balance sheet reconciliation and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, best practices, and local government regulations.
• Liaise with various departments and key stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare financial reports, investigate variances, and respond to inquiries.
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure accurate and timely completion of local statutory reports, analysis, appendices, and relevant board papers.
• Provide support and/or attend management board meetings related to financial report approvals.
• Prepare technical accounting advice and memos, contributing to major transactions, including the adoption of new/amended accounting standards, acquisitions, capital and debt raising, etc.
• Establish and maintain financial statement models, templates, standard operating procedures, work papers, processes, and systems supporting report deliverables across the team.
• Undertake systems projects such as BI, HFM, etc., with the objective of creating efficiencies and automating the reporting process.
• Take a proactive approach to identify opportunities for process improvements in the full financial reporting process.

Who We Look For

• Bachelor's degree or above in Accountancy or equivalent field.
• CA or CPA qualified, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in MNCs or professional firms.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS and financial statement disclosures, demonstrated in a commercial environment or professional firm.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills, including presentation experience.
• Proficiency in both English and Mandarin Chinese would be highly advantageous for processing and analysing the financial documents in the language.
• Highly skilled and experienced in implementing organizational systems, procedures, and processes.
• Proficiency in Oracle (or similar) general ledger or Hyperion is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize, meet strict deadlines, and maintain high attention to detail.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Professional work ethic, strong personal integrity, and stewardship.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team, show initiative, and be self-motivated.

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