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