Advanced Financial Analyst, Finance LSSC, Singapore

DSV Air & Sea Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and transportation company in Singapore is seeking a finance professional to ensure compliance with audit and tax requirements. The role involves managing statutory audits, preparing tax filings, and providing financial reporting support. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3–5 years of relevant experience in Singapore. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ relevant experience in statutory audit and/or tax compliance in Singapore.
• Good understanding of local tax laws, IRAS regulations, and statutory audit processes.
• Experience with SAP and/or freight forwarding systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Singapore’s statutory audit and tax requirements.
• Prepare and submit all Singapore tax filings in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and manage statutory audits for all Singapore legal entities.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly internal financial reports.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and help implement process automation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Ability to work independently

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

CargoWise

Power BI

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

• Ensure full compliance with Singapore’s statutory audit and tax requirements for all legal entities.

• Act as the key contact for statutory audit coordination and tax filing processes.

• Support internal financial reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis activities.

• Assist senior management by providing accurate financial data and documentation to support decision-making and ensure adherence to regulatory deadlines and group requirements.

• Serve as a business support partner while adhering to DSV’s policies and guidelines

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Tax Compliance

• Prepare and submit all Singapore tax filings (e.g., GST) in a timely and accurate manner.

• Coordinate with tax agents for the preparation and filing of annual corporate income tax returns.

• Compute monthly tax provisions and maintain deferred tax records; update group tax systems accordingly.

• Maintain and update transfer pricing documentation; manage queries and audits from tax authorities (IRAS, Customs).

• Ensure compliance with Singapore tax regulations and manage documentation for exemptions or incentives.

Statutory Audit

• Coordinate and manage statutory audits for all Singapore legal entities, ensuring compliance with local and group deadlines.

• Liaise with external auditors, shared service centers, and internal teams to prepare audit schedules and provide required documentation.

• Track audit progress and ensure timely completion and resolution of audit findings.

• Provide support for group-level audits when required.

Financial Reporting Support

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly internal financial reports.

• Support the compilation of reports for legal, insurance, tax, and regulatory compliance.

• Assist in preparing presentation materials for internal reviews and management meetings.

• Coordinate submissions to the Department of Statistics Singapore.

Budgeting and Planning Support

• Assist in annual budgeting process by preparing templates and gathering data from departments.

• Enter and validate budget data in the relevant systems.

• Support timeline tracking and provide explanations for variances as directed by reporting manager.

Process & Systems Support

• Support continuous improvement efforts and help implement process automation.

• Assist in financial system use (SAP, Excel, Power BI, CargoWise where applicable) to enhance efficiency.

• Collaborate with shared service teams to ensure data accuracy and operational flow.

OTHER DUTIES

• Adhere to the Code of Conduct policy of the DSV Group

• Any other job-related tasks as assigned by the superior

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• 3–5 years’ relevant experience in statutory audit and/or tax compliance in Singapore.

• Good understanding of local tax laws, IRAS regulations, and statutory audit processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP and/or freight forwarding systems (e.g., CargoWise) is an advantage.

• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage timelines, and handle pressure during peak periods.