The Senior Accountant will manage financial reporting, month-end closing, audits, compliance, process improvement, and business support, leveraging their expertise in accounting standards.
Job Title: Accountant
Location: Singapore
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accounting professional with 3–6 years of post-qualification experience, ideally gained within a Big 4 audit firm and/or a multinational corporate environment. This role will be responsible for the full spectrum of accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with statutory requirements, and supporting the business with timely insights.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and group accounting policies.
- Assist in the consolidation of group accounts where applicable.
- Month-End Closing & General Ledger:
- Manage the month-end closing process, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.
- Audit & Compliance:
- Coordinate and liaise with external auditors for statutory audits.
- Ensure compliance with Singapore tax regulations, GST filings, and other statutory requirements.
- Internal Controls & Process Improvement:
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to corporate policies.
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency.
- Business Support:
- Partner with internal stakeholders to provide financial analysis and insights.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
- Chartered Accountant / CPA / ACCA qualified.
- 3–6 years of relevant experience, preferably Big 4 trained with exposure to multinational companies.
- Strong knowledge of SFRS and Singapore statutory requirements.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
- Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to leverage your Big 4 training in a dynamic commercial environment.
- Exposure to regional operations and cross-functional projects.
- Supportive team culture and professional development opportunities.
Top Skills
Excel
Oracle
SAP
ESR Group Singapore Office
5 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec Tower Five, Singapore, 038985
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