Senior Group Accountant

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Public Service Division is seeking a Senior Accountant in Singapore to manage accounting for a property-owning subsidiary and oversee finance operations across SLF subsidiaries. You will drive digital transformation, streamline processes, and support audits and board reporting while ensuring compliance with SFRS and tax regulations.

The role requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder collaboration, and a drive to leverage AI and digital tools to improve finance productivity in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in accounting or equivalent professional qualification.
• CPA certification is an advantage.
• Strong analytical thinking and continuous improvement mindset.
• Curious about technology and keen to leverage AI to enhance finance processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of finance activities for the assigned subsidiaries, including monthly closing and financial reporting.
• Prepare financial statements and ensure compliance with SFRS, GST, corporate tax, XBRL and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate and manage external audits and regulatory reporting.
• Prepare board papers and financial analyses to support management and Board decision-making.
• Review SLF Group consolidation and support the preparation of Group financial reports.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives through automation and AI adoption to improve productivity.

Skills

5+ years experience

Analytical thinking

Continuous improvement mindset

Curious about technology & AI

Strong communication & stakeholder mgm

Education

Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification

Job description

[What the role is]

This role is responsible for the accounting for one Property-owning subsidiary, provide oversight of the accounting for SLF subsidiaries, while driving digital transformation to improve finance operations and productivity.

[What you will be working on]

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for the following.

Financial Reporting & Governance

• Manage the full spectrum of finance activities for the assigned subsidiaries, including monthly closing, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, cashflow management and timely collection of receivables.
• Prepare financial statements and ensure compliance with SFRS, GST, corporate tax, XBRL and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate and manage external audits and regulatory reporting.
• Prepare board papers and financial analyses to support management and Board decision-making.

Group Finance

• Review SLF Group consolidation and support the preparation of Group financial reports.
• Assist in the preparation of Board and management reporting.
• Support finance projects and corporate initiatives.

Digital Transformation

• Review and enhance finance processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Lead finance transformation initiatives through automation, digitalisation and continuous process improvement.
• Drive the adoption of AI and emerging technologies, including Agentic AI, to improve finance operations and productivity.

[What we are looking for]

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is an advantage.
• Self-driven, resourceful and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Strong analytical thinking and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Curious about technology and keen to leverage digital tools and AI to enhance finance processes.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.