CFO Services Associate

Job type: Full time

Location: Singapore

Categories: Advisory/Accounting Advisory

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Job ID: 48

 

The CFO Services team 

Our CFO Services team helps businesses with their financial reporting and accounting needs in all areas of the business lifecycle. The team works across a wide range of industries, to advise clients on matters such as interpretation and implementation of standards, preparation and consolidation of financial statements, and for accounting for business transactions. 

Working together towards this objective, the dynamic team has a collaborative culture with supportive leaders. The open and encouraging culture places great focus on the growth of its people and the leaders of team are always accessible and ready to support the team. 

Responsibilities 

Financial statement preparation and bookkeeping 

  • Assist in preparing financial statements, including consolidated reports, ensuring compliance with IFRS and Singapore GAAP standards. 
  • Support the team in performing bookkeeping tasks, including recording transactions, managing ledgers, and reconciling accounts for clients. 
  • Conduct initial reviews of financial disclosures to ensure regulatory and stakeholder expectations for accuracy and transparency are met. 
  • Assist with statutory financial statement preparation, liaising with auditors to streamline the audit process. 

Technical Accounting Advisory 

  • Support the team in addressing complex accounting issues under IFRS and Singapore GAAP, including areas like revenue recognition, lease accounting, and financial instruments. 
  • Assist in drafting accounting memos and technical position papers for complex transactions. 
  • Conduct research on accounting topics. 

Stakeholder Management 

  • Build collaborative relationships with client finance teams and support senior team members in engaging with management and regulatory bodies on accounting and regulatory reporting matters. 
  • Work closely with internal teams, including audit, tax, and advisory, to support client needs comprehensively. 

Qualifications and requirements 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field 
  • Fresh graduates are welcome to apply 
  • Minimum 1 year of progressive audit experience, or experience in providing Accounting services (bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, accounting advise etc) in or mid-tier accounting firm. 
  • Experience in financial statement preparation preferred 
  • Knowledge of accounting standards and financial concepts 
  • Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, XERO accounting software and report writing software 
  • Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites 

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please complete the Job Application Form and indicate 48 in the Job ID field. An email will be sent to you within 10-15 minutes for you to submit your CV/resume.    

Application close: 31 Jan 2025 Singapore Standard Time

About us

Grant Thornton is a global professional service network of more than 73,000 people in 150 markets. Our team in Singapore is growing rapidly and we know this success is made possible by our people. That’s why we make sure our people have the right tools and environment to thrive.

Each individual at Grant Thornton Singapore is empowered to be themselves within an inclusive team. Our supportive structure gives our people the autonomy to shape their careers and drive positive change in the firm. It’s an exciting time to join us as we grow with organisations of all sizes and industries in Singapore, across the region and in the world. 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity firm where we celebrate what makes our employees unique. We are committed to nurturing our inclusive workplace and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds and walks of life to discover more about us.