The Company

Our client is fast growing MNC leading in the engineering and infrastructure sector. They are rising star with global expansion and projects across APAC region. With Singapore being the APAC regional HQ with continuous growing plan across the region, they are currently recruiting for a seasoned Regional Finance Manager to lead the regional finance team in Asia and driving project accounting/controlling for the region.

The Role

Reporting to Regional Finance Director based in Singapore, you will be responsible for management of a broad range of finance and accounting activities across the Asia Region. This position is supported by local finance managers and accounting staff in selected offices within the region (including Malaysia, Philippine, Singapore, and Indonesia etc.). You will be a main driver for the regional project controlling and will work closely with senior stakeholders as well as operations in the region. Ability to travel within the region is necessary.

Your profile

To be a successful candidate, you must be

• A qualified accountant with a Degree in Accounting/Finance
• Minimum 10 – 12 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, consolidation and project accounting
• Prior audit background in Big 4 will be a plus
• Relevant industry in Engineering/Projects/Infrastructure/Constructionis preferred
• Must possess the capability to work in matrix environment and partnering with various functions in remote locations
• Additionally, strong communication skills are required to drive business partnering and must be able to influence business stakeholders

Apply Today

Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number EH12886663 and click the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

EA Licence No: 07C5595 | EA Registration No: R1770520

Job Description:

1. Handle bookkeeping accounts.
2. Verification of supplier invoices and issue payments
3. Issue sales invoices and follow up on customer payments
4. Perform bank and other accounting related reconciliation
5. Assist with GST preparation
6. Maintain and update client database
7. Handling other administrative tasks such as procurement of office supplies, handling courier, postage and banking duties etc

Job requirements:

• Candidate must possess at least Diploma in Accountancy or Diploma in Business Administration or Accounting
• Able to work independently and as a team;
• Able to meet deadlines;
• Have a good interpersonal and analytical skills; and
• Have strong work ethics

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Join Financial Accounting Advisory Services within Assurance and you will assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function.

You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because your professional development is important to us and we are fully committed to helping you realise your potential.

The opportunity

Within EY Financial Accounting Advisory Services, our team works collaboratively with clients to manage engagements of finance process automation. The needs of our clients are driven by global trends of financial consolidation, planning and reporting requirements.

In order to reinforce our team, we are currently looking for a Consultant with knowledge in finance processes and technological knowledge in CCH Tagetik.

Your key responsibilities

• Support client needs by participating in client engagement team meetings regarding the implementation of planning and consolidation systems
• Provide product trainings to clients and support post go-live
• Participate in projects by applying technological and business knowledge and successfully delivering client solutions
• Proactive with solution oriented mindset, having good client interaction.
• Participate in presales activities
• Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities

Skills and attributes for success

We are looking for individuals with EPM toolset skills e.g. Tagetik to develop their technical skills across a variety of business processes, who are able to work independently but also as a part of a team.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• At least 2-3 years of relevant experience in EPM e.g. CCH Tagetik
• Understand FP&A and consolidation processes which you can translate into technical specifications
• Substantial financial knowledge and knowledge of EPM principles
• Experience in developing and delivering system modules (consolidation, planning, budgeting, scoping)

• Perm with AWS and Bonus
• Must have experience as a finance business partner and be able to provide insights for decision making and have led a team before
• Possess CA / CPA certification

Job Description

• Assist with the preparation of weekly flash report.
• Prepare monthly P&L statements for the assigned services. Ensure team members complete the monthly closing for their services on time.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation and distribution of monthly reports to the management. These include regional P&L, commentaries, actual vs. flash variance analysis, actual vs. budget gap analysis, etc...
• Prepare schedules for balance sheet accounts related to cost provisions, unearned/ unbilled revenue, cost recoveries, stock and prepayments. Ensure appropriate actions are taken, and in a timely manner.
• Liaise with external auditors on audit matters and manage the audit process.
• Drive preparation of regional forecasts (quarterly) and budget (annually). This includes ensuring reasonable assumptions are used by Line Managers and the forecast/ budget is reflective of current conditions and business plan. Revenue and cost drivers are to be properly analyzed and presented to management. Ensure submission of reports within stipulated deadlines.
• Being an effective business partner to the regional director and managers. Take pro-active steps to engage regional director and managers in understanding the performance drivers in greater depth, going beyond a pure reporting function. Drive value added analysis to provide useful business insights to support/ improve decision making.
• Ensure efficient and effective operation of disbursements process – include ensuring disbursements are checked for accuracy, relevant supporting documents are submitted and verified, disputes are resolved promptly, monthly reconciliations are prepared and discrepancies are followed up, and any advances given are accounted for/ recovered timely.
• Identify areas of improvements to existing processes/ systems. Take on lead role in system implementation/ improvement projects.
• Other ad-hoc work or projects may be given from time to time

• Degree in Accounting with a CA qualification or its equivalent.
• Possess at least 4 years of relevant experience preferably with some audit background
• Experience in Shipping is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with strong working knowledge of MS Excel.
• Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous and organized.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Good team player and manager with capability to lead, develop and drive performance of the team members.
• Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Triton AI Pte Ltd

Registration Number: R1980724

EA: 21C0661

• Perm
• AWS
• Bonus
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Medical & Insurance Coverage

Absolutely! Here's the updated job description with payroll responsibilities incorporated:

Accounting Manager

Responsibilities:

• Client Account Management: Oversee the accounting processes for assigned client accounts, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions, preparation of detailed schedules, and performing regular reconciliations.
• Taxation: Assist with quarterly Goods and Services Tax (GST) reconciliations and prepare GST returns. Perform corporate tax computations, adhering to all relevant regulations and deadlines.
• Financial Reporting: Draft comprehensive financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, for assigned clients. Analyze financial data and provide insights to support informed decision-making.
• Payroll Administration: Manage all aspects of payroll for assigned clients, including processing payroll, calculating employee wages, deductions, and taxes, preparing payroll reports, and ensuring compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations.
• Internal Operations: Manage internal administrative tasks related to client acquisitions, client accounts, payroll processing, and general accounting, such as maintaining client files, processing invoices, and handling ad hoc requests.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, with a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Proven experience in preparing and filing GST returns and corporate tax computations.
• Experience with payroll processing and compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve accounting and payroll discrepancies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, colleagues, and payroll service providers.
• Proficiency in accounting software, payroll software, and spreadsheet applications.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting onto application (i.e., Oracle Hyperion Financial Management) on monthly and quarterly basis.
• Preparation of monthly accounting journals.
• Collate data for monitoring of actual performance with budget and forecast numbers including but not limited to:

- Costs trackers to track actual spending against plan.

- KPI against targets

• Liaise and follow up with shared services on outstanding payments and receipts.
• Prepare balance sheet and audit schedules, and inter-company reconciliation
• Assist the team in coordinating and compiling data/ information for yearly statutory reporting such as audit and tax.

Requirements:

• Diploma and above in Accountancy, Business or similar fields
• Ability to do work with minimal supervision
• Be proactive and take initiatives at work

Should you be interested in this position, please contact Terence at +65 9645 4048 your resume directly for fast respond.

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