Financial Accountant at Schroders

, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Accounting, Japan GAAP, Tax Accounting, Statutory Reporting, Month End Close, Audit Support, Management Reporting, Accounts Payable, Fixed Asset Management, Intercompany Reconciliation, Financial Analysis, Advanced Excel, Oracle, SAP, Japanese Language, English Language

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Company Overview Schroders is a global investment manager which helps institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance for our clients through active management. By serving clients, we serve wider society. Channelling capital into sustainable and durable businesses accelerates positive change in the world. Funding the future is a privilege: we use it wisely and responsibly. We employ over 6,000 talented people worldwide operating in 38 different locations across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, close to the markets in which we invest and close to our clients. Schroders has developed under stable ownership for over 200 years, and long-term thinking governs our approach to investing, building client relationships and growing our business. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join the Japan Finance team. This role will support the day to day financial accounting and statutory reporting activities of the Japan entity, working closely with regional finance teams in APAC and the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for key areas of month end close, Japan GAAP and tax accounting, audit support, and management reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial information. The role requires solid technical accounting knowledge, strong attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a local and cross border environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting & Close • Handle the entire process of accounts payable, from the matching between purchase orders and supplier invoices to preparation of payment batch data. • Review and monitor accrual and amortisation entries posted by UK and APAC finance teams as part of the monthly close • Prepare and post journal entries, including payroll, revenue accruals, and Japan GAAP adjustments • Maintain the fixed asset register in accordance with Japan GAAP and Japanese tax requirements • Prepare billing invoices to clients. • Liaise with our Operations team to maintain fund expenses properly. • Reconcile intercompany receivables and payables. Tax, Compliance & Audit • Prepare and process regular tax payments via the Japanese e Tax system • Reconcile prepaid consumption tax and ensure appropriate documentation • Prepare audit and tax filing support schedules and respond to requests from external auditors and tax advisors • Maintain statutory ledgers and accounting records in compliance with local regulatory requirements Reporting & Analysis • Prepare financial and management reports, including FP&A related reports on sales results and assets under management (AUM) • Perform analytical reviews to identify and investigate unusual movements or variances in financial data Experience & Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field • Minimum 5 years’ experience in corporate accounting, with sound knowledge of Japan GAAP and Japanese tax regulations • Experience within asset management, financial institutions, or a regulated financial services environment • Prior experience working in a gaishikei (foreign owned) company • Hands on experience with corporate accounting systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP, or equivalent) • External audit or tax filing experience is desirable Technical & Language Skills • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and investigate movements in financial data • Advanced Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP; Copilot is a plus) • Native level Japanese and business level English (written and spoken), with the ability to communicate effectively with overseas stakeholders across APAC, the UK, and the US Personal Profile • Highly detail‑oriented with a strong sense of accuracy and accountability • Analytical and methodical, with the ability to prioritise work effectively in a deadline‑driven environment • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work constructively with both local and regional stakeholders • Collaborative team player who contributes positively to a small, close‑knit finance team • Proactive and solution‑oriented, with a continuous improvement mindset Schroders is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age. We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.

Responsibilities

The role is responsible for day-to-day financial accounting, statutory reporting, and month-end close activities for the Japan entity. Key duties include managing accounts payable, tax payments, audit support, and preparing financial reports for regional stakeholders.