Head of Accounting

7 hours ago

Raffles Pl Singapore Citadel Search Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Head of Accounting who will be responsible for overseeing the accounting matters of all Singapore entities within a highly matrixed multinational organisation. If you have proven experience leading a team in a manufacturing or Oil & Gas organisation, that would be most ideal. In this role, you will lead a Singapore accounting team, ensuring compliance with statutory and Group reporting requirements, while improving operational processes and coaching the team to higher performance.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Handle the preparation of financial reports for management and stakeholders, overseeing the accounts of subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with statutory and Group standards.
  • Lead and coach a team of accountants to improve existing processes and enhance overall team performance.
  • Drive the enhancement and efficiency of accounting processes, ensuring they meet Group and internal control guidelines.
  • Provide technical financial expertise to support strategic initiatives.
  • Partner with the Finance department to support the overall function goals.
  • Work with tax team to fulfil tax filing responsibilities, including GST.
  • Prepare for and facilitate audits.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with both local and regional external stakeholders, including auditors and compliance authorities.
Qualifications
  • Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or IFRS certification required.
  • Possess at least 10 years of professional accounting experience.
  • Proven leadership ability to drive and manage accounting team.
  • Leveraged technology to drive transformation projects (e.g. automation, AI, RPA).
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and tax regulations.
  • Strong experience working in complex, matrixed organisations, ideally in manufacturing/Oil & Gas industries.
  • Possess strong cross-functional communication abilities.

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