Accountant – General Ledger and Financial Reporting

About the role

Cummins is hiring an Accountant for its Job Finance function in Tuas South, Singapore, under a role category described as onsite with flexibility. The position covers general accounting work to maintain the department's general ledger, financial analysis of the chart of accounts and financial statements, and preparation of tax reports.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze, record and report accounting transactions in a timely manner
• Prepare general ledger entries and account reconciliations
• Respond to inquiries from management, internal and external auditors, the Sarbanes-Oxley audit group and others about financial results and special reporting requests
• Protect organizational value by keeping information confidential
• Prepare tax reports such as income tax and GST, and other reports (ACAP, ECI, withholding tax), liaising independently with tax agents and partners (KPMG)
• Manage allocation and cross-charging activities for the four entities in Singapore, including DBU business segments and departments
• Support procurement review and fixed asset requisition
• Coordinate with local stakeholders within CSSPL and regional partners (CS, GIC, GCA, Tax) to resolve issues and ad hoc requests

Required profile

• College, university or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Minimal relevant professional work experience in the field of study
• Preferred: ability to interpret financial data, assess internal controls, evaluate financial regulations and US GAAP, and prepare tax reports