International Finance - AVP

Blackstone; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackstone’s International Finance team in Singapore is looking for an Assistant Vice President to manage core accounting processes and oversee the end-to-end close and reporting for several APAC fund entities. The ideal candidate will lead monthly and annual reporting timelines, ensure strong execution quality, and enhance internal controls. Success requires a Chartered Accountant with 9-12 years of experience in financial reporting, ideally from the asset/fund management sector, and expertise in US GAAP / IFRS / Local GAAP.

Qualifications

• 9–12 years of progressive financial reporting experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in asset and/or fund management industry is an advantage.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with financial systems/ERPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual close for assigned APAC entities.
• Own end-to-end statutory and management reporting, including preparation of local GAAP financial statements.
• Coordinate tax compliance activities for assigned entities.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong attention to detail

Stakeholder management skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Chartered Accountant

Tools

Financial systems/ERPs

Job description

Business Unit

International Finance, APAC

Job Title

Assistant Vice President

Role Summary

Blackstone’s International Finance team is seeking an Assistant Vice President to own core accounting processes and end‑to‑end close and reporting for a portfolio of in‑scope APAC House/Fund entities. The role is responsible for delivering accurate, timely statutory and management reporting, coordinating with regional stakeholders and service providers, and driving process improvements and control enhancements to support consistent, high‑quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual close for assigned APAC entities, including planning timelines, coordinating inputs, performing reviews and escalating issues to ensure accurate, on‑time reporting.
• Responsible for key accounting processes end‑to‑end (e.g., intercompany, accruals, allocations, balance sheet substantiation), partnering with Accounts Payable, Payroll, Treasury and Tax to resolve issues and ensure consistent execution across entities.
• Manage and develop COE resources, ensuring strong execution quality and continuous capability uplift.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting for assigned entities, including process documentation, control execution/monitoring, issue remediation and audit readiness.
• Own end‑to‑end statutory and management reporting, including preparation and review of local GAAP financial statements, variance analysis and clear commentary for stakeholders.
• Coordinate tax compliance activities for assigned entities (e.g., corporate income tax, withholding tax, indirect taxes and transfer pricing support), liaising with external advisors and internal stakeholders to meet filing requirements and deadlines.
• Coordinate regulatory filings and ad‑hoc surveys for assigned APAC jurisdictions, ensuring submissions are accurate, well‑supported and completed on schedule.
• Partner with Finance and business stakeholders to execute day‑to‑day deliverables, resolve issues proactively and drive process improvements across entities.

Qualifications

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. The ideal candidate will possess:

• Chartered Accountant with 9–12 years of progressive financial reporting experience in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience in asset and/or fund management industry is an advantage.
• Experience with US GAAP / IFRS / Local GAAP is a requirement.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; experience with financial systems/ERPs is an advantage.
• Strong technical accounting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Possesses strong work ethic, sense of accountability and genuine passion for excellence.

Licensing Requirements

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client‑facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or client questions;
• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;
• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;
• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and
• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.