Assistant Accountant

We are searching for an experienced and motivated Assistant Accountant to join our growing team, to support our business growth and expansion across the Asia Pacific and Japan region. This fulfilling full-time position allows you to flex your professional accounting knowledge, broaden your scope of responsibilities, and collaborate with a knowledgeable and agile team.

Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare financial reports for multiple entities in the APJ region
• Complete month‐end activities, such as:
  
  • Preparation of accruals and prepayments
  • Preparation of bank/credit card, intercompany, finance lease reconciliations
  • Maintenance of fixed assets, depreciation and expense amortisation schedules
  • Foreign exchange remeasurement 
  • Variance analysis
• Ensure all company transactions are recorded accurately and promptly
• Support tax compliance activities
• Process payments in a timely and efficient manner
• Assist with the preparation of cash flow forecasts
• Handle multi-currency transactions and foreign exchange remeasurement process
• Provide timely and accurate financial information to support informed business decisions
• Support the statutory audit process for entities within the region, serving as a point of contact for external auditors
• Assist with other compliance matters which may arise
• Assist other business departments with accounting issues and queries as needed
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Working towards a CPA or equivalent international certification (e.g., ACCA) is highly preferred
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role, including handling financial reporting and month-end close activities, is required.
• Have appropriate experience, ability and creativity to support change and process improvements, and are unafraid to share their perspective in group discussions.
• Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of other Asian languages is an advantage.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, FloQast, Coupa, and Workday (Desirable)
• Ability to work independently and within a flexible team environment
• Exercise attention to detail and numerical precision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced computer skills, including a strong knowledge of Windows and Microsoft-based applications, are an advantage.

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