Deputy Director, Financial and Statutory Reporting (3 years renewable contract).

A*STAR is an Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) that has been certified by the Singapore Accountancy Commission (SAC) to process the appropriate standards of staff training, accountancy resources and development for Singapore CA Qualification candidates to fulfil their Practical Experience required to qualify as a Chartered Accountant of Singapore.

A*STAR is also a Recognised Employer Partner with CPA Australia, affirming our commitment to excellence in professional development, and to fostering the growth of our employees in the field of Finance and Accounting.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The appointed Deputy Director will oversee a group of accountants to establish and maintain the control and governance framework over all financial reporting cycles of A*STAR Research Entities (ARES) in adherence to regulatory and statutory requirements. He / she will also be responsible to continually improve existing work processes and enhance service delivery to the Research Entities.

General

• Provide advice and ensure internal controls and financial procedures and records are in compliance with A*STAR Financial Policy and Procedures (FPP), regulatory accounting and taxation standards.
• Provide financial analysis, insights, and information to Research Entities, senior management to support decision making.

Financial and Statutory Reporting

• Monitor and effectively implement changes to accounting standards, tax regulations and other statutory reporting requirement relevant to ARES’ operating context.
• Oversee and responsible for complete, accurate, consolidation and timely closing of accounts for all ARES entities, and the preparation of monthly accounting schedules.
• Work with the various Finance teams and other stakeholders to prepare financial reporting, tax computation, GST filing, statutory reporting as well as any ad-hoc reporting/ surveys where needed.
• Perform monthly review of the financial numbers and ensure the accuracy and integrity of data used in all financial reporting.

Management of Operation and Control risks

• Identify and manage the operation risks and controls relevant to financial reporting.
• Ensure controls are sufficiently well designed and operating efficiently and the relevant risks and controls are to be escalated as appropriate.

Coordination of Statutory Audit

• Oversee the interim/ year end audit and supervise the team in the preparation of the statutory accounts and the relevant audit schedules.
• Liaise with the external auditors and work with other Finance teams and ARES entities to respond to audit queries and furnish supporting documentation.
• Contribute to the production of ARES Audit committee and Board materials to report on the financials of the Group and its subsidiaries.

Cashflow Monitoring and Treasury Management

• Work closely with the other finance teams to monitor and manage ARES cashflow.
• Oversee the treasury team to ensure the bank mandates are updated and adhered to and the setting up of new banking facilitates etc.

Others

• Guide and develop staff to reach their potential.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as and when assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a qualification in Accountancy or Professional Accounting Qualifications
• Possesses at least 10 years of relevant experience
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• High learning agility and adaptability
• Able to multi-task and deliver results under tight timeline
• Knowledge of SAP system will be advantageous