Associate / Consultant, Accounting Compliance & Reporting

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional to support client engagements in accounting and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in finance or accounting, along with relevant experience in financial statement integrity and fund administration. This role offers opportunities for continuous learning and growth within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Diverse and inclusive culture

Transformative leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 1 year (for associate), 3 years for consultant experience.
• Familiarity with US and international accounting standards.
• Strong organizational, project management and analytical skills.
• Independent in managing workload and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support client engagements by coordinating with clients and team members.
• Identify and resolve technical issues in client work.
• Share insights to improve processes and efficiency.

Skills

Financial statement integrity

Fund Administration

Legal entity results analysis

Accounting records maintenance

Risk identification procedures

Internal Control & Compliance engagement

Adherence to accounting policies

Education

Degree in economics, finance, tax or accounting

CPA or similar certification

Tools

ERP systems such as SAP

Job description

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you.

Join a global network that understands what businesses need to have access, visibility and control. Our market-leading approach combines extensive local compliance and accounting experience with a standard global compliance process and web-based tools to help you execute your job.

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. That’s 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.

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, 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
• Strong organizational, project management and analytical skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Coordination and prioritisation, resourceful
• 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 prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

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.

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