Assistant Accounting Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the full spectrum of accounting and financial operations for the Singapore entity and its subsidiaries overseas.
• Review and analyse product costing reports across regional manufacturing facilities, ensuring accuracy and identifying cost variances and opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Manage intercompany transactions and transfer pricing arrangements between Singapore and other manufacturing entities across Asia, ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax agents on statutory audits, tax compliance and related matters for overseas subsidiaries.
• Support tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities to optimise the group's overall tax position while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Oversee GST reporting and submissions, as well as coordinate with external consultants on the renewal of the Manufacturing and Engineering Scheme (MES).
• Supervise the Accounts Payable function, ensuring effective payment controls, accurate processing and timely settlement of supplier invoices.
• Drive continuous improvements in accounting processes and systems, including ERP enhancements, to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead, supervise and develop the accounting team, providing guidance and ensuring effective performance and delivery of departmental objectives.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or an equivalent qualification.
• CPA or other recognised professional accounting qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of manufacturing accounting, particularly product costing, inventory valuation and cost analysis.
• Experience in transfer pricing, intercompany transactions and regional tax compliance will be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles, accounting standards and statutory requirements.
• Experience in ERP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven supervisory or team management experience, with the ability to lead, motivate and develop team members.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across different functions and geographical locations.
• Self-motivated, hands-on and proactive, with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your resume through this portal or send a copy of your CV (Word document) to Johann.yeo@chaptrconsulting.com. EA Reg No. R1876585 EA License No. 23S1593