An exciting Finance Analyst job has become available at one of the largest pension fund companies.

About the Finance Analyst Role:
This company is looking for an energetic Analyst/Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting who will report directly to the Senior Manager, Financial Reporting in the Singapore office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and performing reviews of monthly journal entries and reconciliations
• Submitting intercompany invoices and supporting finance teams to substantiate invoice details
• Preparing detailed monthly variance analysis
• Identifying and supporting process improvements with relevant documentation
• Assisting in accounting standards research and documentation
• Coordinating with external auditors for fieldwork
• Collaborating with a team of professional accountants, strengthening culture and community, and driving excellence and expertise
• Owning the cost allocation process for Singapore Headquarters expenses
• Supporting the finance capabilities of the Singapore office
• Providing support to the Capital Markets Finance team in coverage situations, particularly as it relates to public markets trade processes (matching, confirmations, and settlements) and resolving discrepancies with traders and brokers.
• Managing other contributions, as the team may need and as opportunities arise

To succeed in this Finance Analyst role, you need to be well versed IFRS and preparing financial statements.

Key Requirements:

• At least four to five years of professional experience, ideally with experience in the investment management or financial services industry in a top-tier accounting or investment firm
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance with a recognised professional accounting accreditation (CA or equivalent)
• A team player with the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with numerous priorities and reporting deadlines
• Self-starter with proven problem-solving abilities and able to work well under pressure and in an environment of changing requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels within, as well as outside the organisation
• A track record in process improvement and establishing efficient processes
• A strong understanding of IFRS and preparing financial statements
• A commitment to accuracy and timeliness
• Comfortable with working with teams located across different time zones
• A good understanding of finance systems, where experience with Oracle is an asset
• Exposure to Investment Operations and trade processing would is an asset

Founded in 1962, Our client is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $121 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2021. Our client is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with over 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members.

Great career progression opportunities await the right person in this Finance Analyst role.

Apply today or contact me to discuss this new opportunity.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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