We are a SGX-listed group on the Main Board of Singapore Exchange Securities and we are seeking a Group Accountant to join us our team. Reporting to the Group Finance Manager, the Group Accountant will be responsible for the Group’s Financial Reporting and SGX Reporting.
Responsibilities
- Maintain full set of accounts, ensuring monthly closing is completed accurately within the timeline.
- Prepare and oversee group consolidation and financial reporting on a monthly basis within reporting deadlines.
- Prepare quarterly, half-yearly, and annual consolidated accounts, including financial statements and notes to the accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Coordinate and liaise with external/internal auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial agents, and regulatory authorities.
- Prepare corporate tax computations, ensuring compliance with corporate tax, GST, and transfer pricing regulations.
- Assist in forecasting and budget planning processes.
- Ensure internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance practices are in place and effective.
- Ensure compliance with SFRS(I), SGX reporting requirements, and local statutory regulations.
- Support corporate financeactivities, as well as financial system and process improvements for the group.
- Continuously review work practices and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Handle ad-hoc tasks and projects as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, ACCA, CA (Singapore), or equivalent.
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in handling full set accounts and/or group consolidation.
- Hands-on experience with group consolidation, financial reporting, and intercompany transactions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Candidates with at least 4 years of audit experience (without commercial finance experience) will also be considered.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and meet tight reporting deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams and global offices.
- Self-motivated, independent, and capable of handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Working knowledge of Navision BC (Accounting & Finance Module) is an advantage.