Senior Accountant (Team Lead)

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Accountant (Team Lead) to manage financial operations across the ANZ & Asia markets. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience in financial operations, strong people management skills, and a commitment to excellence. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and compliance with internal controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in Financial Operations across ANZ & Asia.
• Proven experience in people management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and guide the STS/OTC team.
• Oversee end-to-end process management.
• Conduct performance management through regular coaching.

Skills

Financial Operations

People Management

Accounting Principles

Microsoft Excel

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CPA)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Accountant (Team Lead)

Location: Singapore

Your New Company

My client is a global biopharmaceutical company with a long-standing mission to improve health outcomes worldwide. For over three decades, they’ve been at the forefront of developing innovative treatments for serious diseases including HIV, viral hepatitis, cancer, and more recently, COVID-19. With a strong focus on scientific advancement and global access, they are committed to making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, empowering its people to lead, grow, and innovate. This role is part of their global finance team based in Singapore, supporting global operations through high-impact financial services in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

Your New Role

• Lead, train, and guide the STS/OTC team and AP/AR users across ANZ & Asia (or other regions as required), including Customer Service and Finance teams.
• Oversee end-to-end process management, ensuring efficiency, timely reporting of KPIs, and continuous process improvement.
• Manage relationships with service providers to ensure high-quality and timely service delivery.
• Recommend and implement process and policy enhancements, leveraging technology for operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with service partnership agreements and consistently meet performance benchmarks.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure adherence to internal controls in line with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Drive scalability and efficiency within the team to support future growth.
• Conduct performance management through regular coaching and one-on-one sessions.
• Execute month-end close activities and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Support the GL accounting team with statutory compliance tasks.

Key Qualifications for Success

• Minimum 7 years of hands‑on experience in Financial Operations across ANZ & Asia markets; experience in financial shared services is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CPA preferred; Big 4 or similar practice background is a distinct advantage.
• Proven experience in people management.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience working with external and internal auditors, with solid knowledge of SOX compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• High levels of integrity, excellence, and a collaborative mindset.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight reporting deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in another language, both written and spoken, is a plus.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Interested applicants, please click APPLY NOW or send a copy of your updated CV to [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Bryan Ashwin
JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd
EA License Number: 90C3026
EA Personnel: R24122938