Asset Management Legal Entity Controller - Analyst

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution in Singapore seeks a Legal Entity Controller to manage financial reporting and compliance for asset management sectors in Singapore and Australia. This role emphasizes accurate financial submissions, regulatory adherence, and operational efficiency. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong analytical skills, with the opportunity for fresh graduates to apply. Experience in a public accounting firm or financial institution is preferred, along with proficiency in MS Office tools. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates in finance are encouraged to apply.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate month end close process under US GAAP.
• Perform analytical review on Balance Sheet and Income Statement.
• Support regulatory, tax, and management reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Control awareness

Project management

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline

Tools

MS Office Suite

Dash-boarding tools (Tableau, Alteryx, Python)

Job description

As a Legal Entity Controller (LEC) within the Singapore and Australia Asset Management Legal Entities, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely submission of financial reporting and regulatory filings. You will focus on enhancing efficiency, delivering precise financial information, and collaborating with various groups to establish effective controls. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage in the analysis of legal entity implications for new business developments and changes in the regulatory framework.

The Asset Management finance team based in Singapore supports the finance functions for asset management business in Singapore, South East Asia and Australia. The team is currently looking for a highly motivated individual to join us and the candidate can expect a comprehensive role that encompasses financial control, regulatory, tax and management reporting.

Job responsibilities

• Ensure accurate month end close process to complete close of books and records under US GAAP as well as local GAAP for Singapore and Australia Asset Management Legal Entities
• Perform analytical review to identify any significant misstatement on Balance Sheet and Income Statement, and liaise with other functions to identify business drivers for significant variances
• Involve in the monthly general ledger certification and substantiation process
• Work closely with the Regional MIS team in HK on financial planning and analysis processes such as monthly Flash vs Actual reporting and reviewing outlook revenue and expenses
• Assist in the regulatory, tax and management reporting.
• Support the annual statutory and tax audits in Singapore and Australia
• Support the preparation of meeting materials for various location management committee meetings and regional finance control meetings
• Participate in working groups for projects and new initiatives impacting the Singapore and Australia Asset Management Legal Entities
• Maintain high level of internal control standards

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline
• Candidates with a strong foundation, even fresh graduates, in finance are encouraged to apply
• Deep knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and US GAAP.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to think broadly and connect diverse issues and tasks.
• Effective communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships with global counterparts
• Meticulous and strong control awareness
• Committed, proactive and demonstrates initiative to drive better workflow efficiency
• Excellent project management, multi-tasking and collaboration skills

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• At least 1 year of experience in a public accounting firm or a financial institution.
• Proficient user of MS suite of products (e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Knowledge/experience with one or several dash-boarding/automation tools (Tableau, Alteryx, Python, etc.)
• Familiarity with Risk-based Capital adequacy requirements for local regulatory reporting related to CMSL license legal entities is a plus