Assistant Accountant

at  AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals – safely, efficiently and more sustainably.
We’re the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we’ve been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’ve also recently been named as one of the world’s most innovative companies.
If you’re a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact through technology, then we want to hear from you! Find out more at https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/
Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Location: Singapore
Employment Type: 1 year fix term contract - full time (extension possible)
Work Shift: Hybrid
Benefits: Maternity, Paternal, Additional Leaves including Emergency Leave, Childcare Leave and Extended Childcare leave, Well-being Support, Flexible Benefits, Group Insurances, Car Allowances (depending on the role), Company’s Gift, etc.

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Review the standard journals prepared by the shared service team before posting
• Review of intercompany and related party transactions, monitoring netting process and minimise IC mismatch transactions.
• Review and approval of purchase requisitions in line with the procurement policy and ensure posting based on nature of expenditure.
• Work with the shared service team to coordinate the process of non-standard transactions and payments.
• Resolving escalated queries from stakeholders eg. vendors/ employees.
• Support of record keeping, data and document retrieval.

Taxation

• Responsible for quarterly GST submission and ensure compliance with the local tax regulations.
• Responsible for the preparation and filing of Withholding tax.
• Responsible for arranging the tax treaty documents as and when requested by customer.
• Support the corporate tax return and submissions by working with the appointed local tax advisor.

Treasury

• Weekly reviews of cashflow forecast and submit funding requests to the Group Treasury as required.
• Manage administration of Corporate Cards
• Liaison with banks on issue resolutions as required.
• Maintain signing and online banking mandate by working with Group Treasury.

Compliance

• Support external audit and liaison with the Auditors to clear queries and/or requests of information.
• Support the compliance of the Group’s internal control framework by maintaining supporting documents to demonstrate sufficient controls are in place.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 to 8 years working experiences in a similar role preferably from a MNC environment
• Degree in Accountancy or other professional accountancy qualification
• Good knowledge of IFRS and local taxation (GST and withholding tax filing)
• Ability to deal with multiple stakeholders and prioritize tasks
• Possess enthusiasm, positive working attitude and adaptable to changes

Important Working Relationships

• Local Controller of Singapore
• Shared Services Team
• Procurement Team
• Commercial Operations Team

AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.
AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.
Come and join AVEVA to create the transformative technology that enables our customers to engineer a better world

Please refer the Job description for details