Senior Accountant, Platforms and Ecosystems Controllership

Google Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore seeks an experienced accountant to handle end-to-end accounting responsibilities. The role involves financial reporting, cross-functional collaboration, and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA/CA certification, and strong problem-solving skills. Experience in a dynamic environment is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in accounting or related function.
• Experience with GAAP and IFRS.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and ensure the accuracy of APAC financial reporting.
• Participate in cross-finance readiness for product initiatives.
• Lead and manage execution of global business programs with an APAC focus.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial modeling

SQL skills

Problem-solving skills

Business judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Job description

Google will be prioritizing applicants who have a current right to work in Singapore, and do not require Google's sponsorship of a visa.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in accounting or a related function, or 5 years with an advanced degree in accounting, business, or finance.
• Experience with accounting principles, including U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA).
• Ability to grow in a demanding, change‑oriented, fast‑paced environment requiring a high degree of deadline‑driven productivity.
• Ability to work with cross‑functional and international teams and to surface and resolve conflicts diplomatically.
• Excellent investigative and technical (financial modelling/SQL) skills, working with large volumes of complex data.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, combined with impeccable business judgment with the ability to communicate effectively with executive management.

About the Job

Google accountants are a savvy bunch who handle the core accounting responsibilities at Google. You know your accounting principles and the full accounting process end to end. You’ll advise on financial reports required by governmental regulations, review, analyze, and interpret financial and budgetary reports, and constantly look for ways to help the team become more efficient and effective.

You’ll lead an accounting process from end to end, reconcile balance sheets and P&L accounts, and provide supplementary financial information for internal and external reports. You’ll partner closely with the business and cross‑functional teams across Finance, Product, Global Partnerships, Engineering, Legal, Tax, Treasury, Operations, and more to support one of the fastest‑growing business areas in Google.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership and accountability for the accuracy, timeliness, effectiveness, and efficiency of APAC regional financial reporting and controllership processes.
• Participate in cross‑finance readiness for product initiatives, working through Tax, Legal, Treasury, Accounting, and Operational implications, providing product and jurisdictional expertise.
• Partner with key stakeholders to enable successful launch operationalization/implementation and participate in system design and accounting testing as required.
• Collaborate with global and regional cross‑functional teams to lead and manage execution of global business programs with an APAC focus.
• Act as the first point of contact and provide advisory support to the business on commercial agreements, ensuring timely agreement execution and compliance, articulating risks to management, and providing insights to inform decision‑making.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents‑to‑be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law.