Senior Accountant - Real Estate Investment Firm

About this role

Senior Accountant – Real Estate Investment Firm

Overview:
The firm manages over US$100bn in assets and operates in 30 countries, serving as a fiduciary to more than 950 pension funds and institutional investors worldwide. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for operational finance and corporate accounting across a portfolio of entities, reporting directly to the Finance Director and Finance Manager in the Singapore office.

Roles & Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review monthly accounts, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
- Prepare and submit quarterly reporting packs and presentations, including variance analysis.
- Prepare and review payments and billings, including inter-company activities and staff claims.
- Handle cashflow projections, fixed deposit management, and bank account administration.
- Prepare and submit government financial statistical surveys/data and MAS regulatory returns/surveys.
- Coordinate and liaise with external parties such as internal and external auditors, corporate and GST tax agents, and corporate secretarial agents.
- Manage the annual audit process, including preparation of audited financial statements and schedules required by auditors and agents.
- Provide support to Finance Managers by ensuring timely and accurate financial information.
- Assist with ad hoc projects, including user acceptance testing (UAT) and implementation of new system initiatives.

Requirements:
- Degree in Accountancy, diploma, or equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to handle a full set of accounts.
- Capable of working collaboratively and taking initiative to meet job objectives and deadlines independently.
- Detail-oriented and highly motivated, with strong problem-solving skills.
- Good time management and organisational skills.
- Hands-on experience with accounting software, preferably Netsuite.
- Applicants with both audit and commercial experience are highly preferred.