Senior Accountant

Overview

This role supports the APAC Accounting Team (excluding India) and reports to the Associate Director of Accounting. Responsibilities include managing daily accounting operations and month-end close activities, ensuring timely completion of tasks, accurate financial records, and integrity of ledger postings. Collaboration across functions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the organization’s financial reporting framework and general ledger structure.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Support external tax agents in the preparation and submission of GST, VAT, WHT, corporate income tax returns, and other statutory filings, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
• Support day-to-day operation of the INFOR ERP system, including:
  • Journal entry preparation
  • Cash postings
  • Intercompany billings
  • Account reconciliations
• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet schedules, ensuring all accounts are reconciled, supported, and up to date.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Human Resources, and other business units) and outsourced service providers to resolve accounting issues and support business operations.
• Assist with audits by ensuring timely delivery of audit requirements and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new processes, procedures, and system enhancements to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and drive continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate inefficiencies and redundancies.
• Perform other ad hoc duties and special projects as assigned by the line manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, taxation, and statutory compliance, preferably within a multinational environment.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and internal controls.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent.
• Experience with INFOR and ERP transformation or migration projects.
• Experience in the CRO industry or a related healthcare/life sciences environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified in the job description.

Location

Singapore

Work Authorization

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship.