Senior Associate Accountant - GSS Finance
Primary Purpose of Position
The Finance Senior Associate Accountant primarily processes and reviews transactions related to AP, AR or General Accounting as well as Fixed Assets and Master Data Management. These activities include but not limited to PR/PO creation, Vendor Invoice management, outgoing pay run, invoice processing, travel expenses, billing and cash application; general journal entries, accruals, prepayments, fixed asset capitalization, disposals, transfers and depreciations, month end close, Bank and Balance Sheet reconciliations. The position is also expected to ensure delivery of quality services in a timely manner while adhering to the standards, policies and procedures of the Surbana Jurong Group of companies and its subsidiaries.
The Finance SAA may also be assigned to troubleshoot errors, improve the existing process, and other duties as required.
Key Responsibilities
1. Process and review transactions related to Finance as mentioned above
2. Review and validate transactions entered in the system ensuring accuracy and compliance to established controls, accounting principles and policies
In coordination with supervisors and colleagues, investigate and resolve transactional issues as necessary
3. Assist in internal and external audits by providing supporting records and documentation
4. Communicate issues, concerns and clarify expectations with the stakeholders in a timely manner
5. Check validity and completeness of supporting documents presented by the stakeholders/requestors
6. Suggest and implement process improvement initiatives and share best practices
Key Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
1. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
2. Relevant professional certifications is an advantage (e.g. CPA, MBA …etc.)
3. Relevant experience in a Finance Shared Services or BPO is preferred.
SAP experience is a must.
4. 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience in any of the following areas:
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- General Accounting
- Fixed Asset Accounting
- Master Data Management
- Bank Reconciliations
- Balance Sheet Reconciliations
5. Intermediate knowledge in MS Office applications is an advantage.
6. Able to collaborate with team members, internal clients and management.
7. Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills within a multi-cultural business environment.
8. Good communication skills. Able to engage stakeholders in a conversation. Able to express ideas or point of views both in oral and written communication.
9. Basic understanding of accounting principles.
10. Ability to cope with ambiguity and change and maintain high level of professionalism when working under pressure
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- SAP experience
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in Accounts Payable
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in Accounts Receivable
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in General Accounting
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in Fixed Asset Accounting
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in Master Data Management
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in Bank Reconciliations
- 3 to 5 years relevant experience in Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Relevant experience in a Finance Shared Services or BPO
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPA, MBA)
- Intermediate knowledge of MS Office applications
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Ability to cope with ambiguity and change and maintain professionalism under pressure
What We Do
Surbana Jurong and our member companies are a global multidisciplinary consultancy group with more than 120 offices in over 40 countries. We are architects, designers, planners, engineers and other specialists, driven by progressive thinking to create a better built environment. We are united in our mission of Building Cities, Shaping Lives. By designing and delivering quality housing, workspaces, roads, rail, hydropower, dams, underground and coastal protections and other critical infrastructure, we are creating smart and sustainable spaces where communities and businesses, present and future, can thrive. With over 70 years’ experience delivering projects worldwide, we see every project as an opportunity for us to fulfil aspirations and enrich lives. Join us, and join a culture of innovation, passion for problem-solving and commitment to shaping a better future.
