Associate Consultant, Accounting Compliance & Reporting

EY Studio+ Nederland; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Singapore is seeking a motivated individual to deliver integrated quality service and support client engagements. Key responsibilities include managing financial statements and ensuring compliance with US and local GAAPs. The ideal candidate has a diploma in finance or accounting, with at least 1 year of relevant experience. This role offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Continuous learning opportunities

Transformative leadership coaching

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• At least 1 year (for associate) and 3 years for consultant experience.
• Familiarity with US and international accounting standards.
• Strong drive to excel and to guide/ motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Supporting client engagements and managing deadlines.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues.
• Maintaining adherence to accounting policies.

Skills

Integrity of financial statements

Fund Administration

General ledger account reconciliations

Accounting records maintenance under GAAPs

Risk identification procedures

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Education

Diploma/degree in economics, finance, tax or accounting

CPA or similar certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

The opportunity

In one country or many you have the opportunity to provide clients an integrated consistent quality service that unlocks the potential of the compliance function with tax compliance statutory accounts preparation and tax accounting calculation support.

With so many offerings you have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements mentoring and formal learning. Thats how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders and in so doing play a critical role in building a better working world for our people for our clients and for our communities.

Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because your professional development is important to us and we are fully committed to helping you realise your potential.

Your key responsibilities

You’ll spend your time supporting client engagements by coordinating with clients and internal team members managing deadlines and tracking engagement economics. You’ll also be tasked with identifying and resolving technical issues as well as sharing insights that will improve our processes and overall efficiency.

Skills and attributes for success

• Ensuring integrity of financial statements for both US and local GAAPs accounting and reporting
• Fund Administration which involves understanding fund structures and familiarity with fund accounting standards and reporting for investment funds. This includes tasks like transaction processing, reconciliations and preparing financial statements
• Performing analysis of legal entity results; preparing general ledger (G/L) account reconciliations and legal entity administration
• Maintaining accounting records under both US and local GAAPs and preparing financial statements based on country requirements
• Maintaining effective procedures of risk identification. Ensure appropriate risk mitigation and remediation of control gaps.
• Supporting engagement with Internal Control & Compliance team to educate the country team on compliance matters and ensure a culture of compliance.
• Ensuring adherence to accounting policies and schedules

To qualify for the role you must have

• A diploma / degree in economics, finance, tax or accounting; a CPA or similar certification
• At least 1 year (for associate) 3 years for consultant
• Familiarity with US and international accounting standards
• Good verbal / written communication skills
• Strong organizational, project management and analytical skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally and to guide and motivate others
• Coordination and prioritisation resourcefulness
• Independent in managing own workload, ability to work under pressure and to keep things moving and to juggle multiple tasks
• Excellent team player

Ideally you’ll also have

• Experience working in multicultural teams
• Experience and knowledge of tax compliance, financial reporting and ERP systems such as SAP

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to prioritise shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator and confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organisation.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1