Regional Cost Accountant #AKT

SearchAsia Consulting Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced accountant to produce financial reports, develop budgets, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should have a degree in Accountancy and a minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in multinational corporations. This role involves managing general ledger accounts and training junior team members. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial management.
• Experience in multinational corporations or fast-paced industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce timely and accurate financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Develop financial plans including budgets and forecasts.
• Review and interpret financial data to assess the company’s current and future financial health.
• Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts to maintain financial accuracy.
• Uphold the integrity and precision of all financial records.
• Reconcile bank transactions, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll-related entries.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, legal regulations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate and assist in both internal and external audit activities.
• Compile audit documentation and address auditor queries.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and enhance accounting procedures.
• Contribute to ERP system upgrades and migrations.
• Implement automation for routine accounting functions where applicable.
• Provide training and support to junior accounting team members.
• Work closely with departments such as finance, operations, and HR on financial matters.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Produce timely and accurate financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Develop financial plans including budgets and forecasts.
• Review and interpret financial data to assess the company’s current and future financial health.
• Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts to maintain financial accuracy.
• Uphold the integrity and precision of all financial records.
• Reconcile bank transactions, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll-related entries.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, legal regulations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate and assist in both internal and external audit activities.
• Compile audit documentation and address auditor queries.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and enhance accounting procedures.
• Contribute to ERP system upgrades and migrations.
• Implement automation for routine accounting functions where applicable.
• Provide training and support to junior accounting team members.
• Work closely with departments such as finance, operations, and HR on financial matters.

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy
• Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial management.
• Experience in multinational corporations or fast-paced industries preferred.