Head of Accounting (SE Asia)

About the role

A global French multinational is looking for a Head of Accounting to join its Singapore team. Reporting to the Finance Director based in Australia, you will oversee accounting and financial reporting across approximately seven countries in Asia, ensuring accurate and timely IFRS reporting, strong financial controls and technical accounting guidance to regional stakeholders. The role leads the Singapore accounting team, works with finance colleagues across the region and oversees outsourced shared services, while supporting the planned migration from SAGE to SAP.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting across about seven Asian countries in line with IFRS
• Maintain strong financial controls and give technical accounting guidance to regional stakeholders
• Lead the Singapore accounting team and develop its capabilities
• Work closely with finance colleagues across the region and oversee outsourced shared services
• Take ownership of operational matters and support the SAGE to SAP migration
• Travel regionally

Required profile

• Chartered Accountant qualification
• Regional experience overseeing accounting operations across multiple Asian markets
• Proven team management experience, including with overseas teams and outsourced shared services
• Strong English communication skills and ability to engage regional stakeholders
• Proactive leadership style, willing to stay closely involved in day-to-day operations

Required skills

• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, accounting and financial reporting
• Hands-on experience with HFM/Hyperion (essential)

To apply, candidates are asked to send their updated CV to the recruiter by email, who will arrange a confidential conversation.