•    Jobholder to assist in ensuring TTA’s accounting and reporting meets the requirements and in compliance with the regulations that it is subjected to 

•    The role operates in a high-pressure environment with critical deadlines, particularly during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing periods

•    Collaboration with very diverse international teams locally and stakeholders based abroad

•    Access to confidential information

•    Complex reporting structures with strict deadlines

Job Dimension

Responsible for the accounting and reporting of general administrative costs for entities under T&S (TTA and CSSS) in the Singapore office.

Activities

Overhead Accounting & Reporting

•    Maintain accurate records of all general administration expenses and ensure timely posting to the general ledger

•    Monitor and update cost allocation ratios to ensure proper distribution across business segments and trading books

•    Record and justify accruals for general administration costs, conduct periodic reviews and follow-ups with relevant departments

•    Prepare regular reports and presentations on overhead expenditures, including variance analysis against budget and historical data

•    Investigate and explain significant variances to management

•    Support monthly full-set accounts with accurate financial records

 Financial Closing and Compliance

•    Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual closings

•    Comply with regulatory and accounting standards, including SOX, IFRS/FRS, and local tax regulations

Intercompany Recharges & Reconciliations

•    Manage intercompany recharges process, including issuance of invoices and debit/credit notes

•    Ensure accuracy and timeliness of intercompany charges across group affiliates

•    Reconcile monthly, quarterly, and annual inter-company transactions between the Singapore office and affiliate entities

Tax Compliance

•    Prepare tax computations and liaise with tax agents. Handle tax queries and keep abreast of updates/changes in tax regulations  

•    Provide necessary schedules for Estimated Chargeable Income and final tax filings

•    Ensure complete recording of GST and Withholding tax related to general administration expenses

•    Prepare and submit quarterly GST returns to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS)

•    Ensure compliance with Global Trader Programme (GTP) requirements in annual tax computations

Budgeting & Forecasting

•    Participate in the budgeting process for overhead expenses based on historical trends, market conditions, business objectives, and departmental input

Audit Support

•    Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to overhead expenses

Regulatory Reporting

•    Prepare and submit surveys to government authorities (e.g., Department of Statistics, Enterprise Singapore, Monetary Authority of Singapore) within specified deadlines

Stakeholder Collaboration

•    Liaise with internal departments to ensure efficient daily operations

•    Communicate with other local and overseas offices for financial reporting collaboration

•    Coordinate with external parties such as tax advisors for compliance and advisory matters

Process Improvement & Ad-hoc tasks 

•    Propose and collaborate on process enhancements with IT and other teams

•    Assist in ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as required by management

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or Equivalent (Bac + 3) with recognised professional accountancy qualification (e.g., Chartered Accountant or ACCA membership)
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing full-set financial records
• Proficient in MS tools (Power BI, Power Query)
• Knowledge of SQL and Python is a plus
• Strong proficiency in Excel and VBA is essential

Essential Qualities

• Ability to manage stress and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Meticulous, detail-oriented responsible, efficient
• Team player. Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong command of English language
• Demonstrates a digital mindset and willingness to acquire new digital skills