We are seeking a Financial Accountant to support accounting, audit, and tax compliance activities across APAC entities. The role will focus on ensuring timely statutory reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting financial accuracy and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Audit

• Manage statutory reporting and audit coordination for assigned APAC entities
• Act as the main point of contact for external auditors to ensure timely audit completion
• Prepare audit schedules, financial statements, and supporting documentation
• Review financial data and resolve audit queries in a timely manner

Tax Compliance

• Support corporate tax and indirect tax (GST/VAT) compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Liaise with external tax advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely submissions
• Review tax computations and ensure compliance with local regulations

Accounting and Analysis

• Review and analyse financial transactions, including unusual or high-risk items
• Ensure appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with accounting standards and company policies
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
• Work closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger teams to resolve discrepancies and improve data accuracy
• Support analysis relating to cost of sales, inventory movements, and financial performance where applicable

Controls and Compliance

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Support internal and external audit processes and follow up on audit findings

Stakeholder Management

• Act as liaison between external auditors, tax advisors, and internal finance teams
• Collaborate with regional finance teams to support reporting and compliance requirements
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance financial reporting and controls

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Minimum 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance
• Prior experience in an external audit firm is required, with preference for candidates from Big 4 accounting firms
• Subsequent experience of 1 to 2 years in a commercial or industry environment preferred
• Strong foundation in financial reporting, audit, and accounting principles
• Experience in statutory reporting, audit coordination, and tax compliance is an advantage
• Exposure to multi-country accounting within APAC preferred
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical skills with good attention to detail
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Due to the overwhelming volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Hudson RPO (Singapore) Pte Ltd

EA Personnel Number: R1770635

Company EA Number: 18C9146