Deputy Manager General Accounting

Jurong Port Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company in Singapore is seeking a professional focused on financial operations to provide key accounting guidance across various functions including tax compliance and governance. This role requires 3-6 years of experience in accounting or finance and a strong ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also engage in finance transformation projects and leverage innovative tools. This is a valuable opportunity within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of accounting experience with compliance and governance exposure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Experience in project management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on accounting matters and develop accounting policies.
• Assist with corporate income tax computations and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with auditors during annual financial audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred.

Tools

GenAI tools

Job description

Financial Operations

Technical Accounting & Financial Statements

• Provide guidance on accounting matters (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, impairment, provisions, asset capitalization).

• Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies and guidelines

• Support the implementation of new accounting standards and ensure group-wide compliance.

• Assist with business cases and contracts for accounting implications.

Tax Accounting & Tax Compliance

• Assist with corporate income tax computations, deferred tax schedules, capital allowance claims and related supporting documents.

• Review tax computations and liaise with tax agents to ensure compliance

• Provide guidance to users on GST treatment, compliance and manage the GST manual.

Audit & Reporting Support

• Liaise with auditors in the annual financial audit process

• Preparation of Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS

• Support management and group reporting requirements.

Project Support for finance transformation

• Provide accounting, compliance, and governance inputs during finance system implementations and enhancement projects

• Monitor project outcomes and recommend improvements to ensure controls and reporting integrity.

• Assist in change initiatives to promote digital transformation within general accounting.

  • Maintain proper controls around automated and AI-driven processes.

  • Document new processes, workflows, and internal guidelines.

  • Lead change initiatives to promote digital transformation within general accounting.