Group Accountant

BOUSTEAD SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional for financial reporting and group consolidation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 6-8 years of relevant experience. This role requires strong analytical and technical skills, particularly in Excel and Cognos. You will be responsible for financial review, reporting, and liaising with auditors. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years relevant experience, with at least 3-5 years in group consolidation.
• Experience in a listed company or Big 4 audit background.
• Able to work independently and under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review payments, accounting entries, and monthly bank reconciliation.
• Lead the group consolidation process for financial reporting.
• Prepare annual group budget consolidation and reporting.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong Excel skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Proactive problem solver

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

CPA/CA/ACCA preferred

Tools

Cognos

MS Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Review payments, accounting entries and monthly bank reconciliation done by accounts executive
• Review management reports
• Review and submit GST
• Review weekly cash report
• Lead the group consolidation process for monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting across multiple subsidiaries with different business segments
• Review and analyse subsidiaries financial performance, identifying variances and risks
• Prepare group quarterly forecasts
• Assist in SGX announcements, annual report and local statutory accounts
• Prepare annual group budget consolidation and reporting
• Liaise with external auditors on audit matters and external tax agents on tax related matters to ensure timely submission
• Liaise with internal auditors
• Prepare audited financial statements and ACRA filing
• Any ad hoc task as and when assigned

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related finance field degree; CPA/CA/ACCA preferred
• Minimum 6-8 years relevant experience, with at least 3-5 years in group consolidation within a listed company or Big 4 audit background
• Candidates with shorter notice period preferred
• Experience in Cognos is preferred
• Strong analytical mindset and technical skills
• Technically proficient with MS Office (strong Excel skills)
• Proactive and problem solver
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and under tight deadlines