Senior Accountant

ELECTRO SCIENTIFIC INDUSTRIES SINGAPORE PTE. LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance-focused multinational corporation in Singapore is seeking a talented Sr Accountant to oversee daily financial operations. The ideal candidate will manage financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls, ensuring alignment with SFRS and IFRS. Requires at least 5 years of experience, supervisory skills, and strong analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive finance experience, 2 in a supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Strong experience with Singapore tax regulations (GST, Corporate Tax).
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily financial operations including accounts payable/receivable.
• Prepare key financial reports for management review.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance.
• Manage all tax matters, including corporate income tax and GST.
• Streamline financial workflows to enhance data accuracy.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Supervisory experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA Singapore)

Tools

SAP

HFM

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovator in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.

We are looking for an exceptional Sr Accountant who can:

• Oversee daily financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable check in Coupa, general ledger maintenance, and month-end/year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS/US GAAP and local statutory requirements (Singapore Financial Reporting Standards – SFRS).
• Prepare cash analytics file including actual and forecast, track the difference between actual and forecast, and communicate with Group treasury team.
• Prepare and analyze key financial reports (e.g., Flux analysis, Balance sheet Reconciliation and so on) for management review, identifying financial risks and recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with company policies and SOX requirements (if applicable), Lead the annual statutory audit and coordinate with external auditors.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS/US GAAP and local statutory requirements (Singapore Financial Reporting Standards - SFRS), Manage all tax matters, including corporate income tax, GST filing, and transfer pricing compliance.
• Streamline financial workflows and implement process improvements to reduce inefficiencies and enhance data accuracy.

Qualifications

What will you bring to the team, along with your curiosity is:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA Singapore) are highly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role, preferably within a multinational corporation (MNC) or large reputable organization.
• In-depth knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), local tax regulations (IRAS), and IFRS/US GAAP is essential.
• Strong experience with Singapore tax regulations and compliance (GST, Corporate Tax) is a must.
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, HFM, Power BI) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.