Duties & Responsibilities:
- Preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts
- Manage and coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparing journals, maintaining month end schedules and cash flow forecasts
- Oversee AP/AR functions, ensuring timely vendor payments and receivables collection.
- Ensure timely and accurate GST filings and submit required government statistical returns
- Conduct variance analysis of financial reports, and completion of quarterly reporting package to Japan HQ
- Supervise and review work of junior accounting staff and provide technical guidance as needed
- Evaluate existing accounting practices and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Coordinate with external auditors, prepare audit schedules, and ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements
- Coordinate with tax agents, and support preparation of corporate tax filings
- Liaising with external parties such as banks & corporate secretary when needs arise
Requirement:
- Degree in Accounting, professional qualifications such as CA or ACCA preferred
- 5 years of relevant accounting experience preferably in MNC environment
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting (IFRS/SFRS) and local tax regulations
- Able to work methodically, attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
- Proficient with JDE/ SAP ERP related Accounting System Application
- 1 to 2 years of experience at supervisory level preferred
- Prior audit experience will be added advantage
