Strategic Regional Accounting & Shared Services Lead

Esco; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Esco Lifesciences Group in Singapore is seeking an experienced Regional Accounting Shared Services Leader to oversee accounting operations across the region. The role manages financial reporting, compliance, working capital and cash flow, while leading a regional SSC team based in Bintan, Indonesia.

You will drive process standardisation across OtC, PtP and GL, ensure IFRS and statutory reporting, and support ERP initiatives such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline.
• CA/CPA/ACCA or equivalent desirable.
• Experience leading regional Shared Services or Finance Shared Services operations.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Singapore accounting standards, GST, corporate tax and statutory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes and ensure accurate financial reporting in line with IFRS and group policies.
• Lead and develop the regional Shared Services team based in Bintan, Indonesia.
• Drive process optimisation across OtC, PtP and GL.
• Drive cash flow optimisation through effective management of receivables, inventories and payables.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, local statutory requirements, tax regulations and internal controls.
• Oversee reconciliations, treasury activities, and cash flow forecasting.
• Support ERP optimisation and digital transformation initiatives, including Dynamics 365 BC.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing accounting organisation.

Skills

Leadership

IFRS

Regional leadership

ERP – Dynamics 365 BC

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Tax & statutory reporting

GST knowledge

English communication

Education

Degree in Accountancy

CA/CPA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Esco Lifesciences Group in Singapore is seeking an experienced Regional Accounting Shared Services Leader to oversee accounting operations across the region. The role manages financial reporting, compliance, working capital and cash flow, while leading a regional SSC team based in Bintan, Indonesia.

You will drive process standardisation across OtC, PtP and GL, ensure IFRS and statutory reporting, and support ERP initiatives such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.