Assistant Manager / Manager, Financial Reporting & Analysis

About the role

This role sits within Sea's HQ Finance department, which supports the accounting and finance needs of its three core businesses (Garena, Shopee, Monee) and its regional markets. The Financial Reporting function covers group financial reporting, including consolidation, technical accounting and statutory audits. The postholder works closely with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial statements and provides accounting guidance for the digital payments and financial services business.

Key responsibilities

• Lead quarterly and annual group reports and financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and US SEC requirements
• Liaise with auditors, legal counsel, group M&A, business and regional finance teams
• Provide accounting support to the group and regional finance teams
• Help develop group accounting policies, including process and system changes
• Prepare and review technical accounting memoranda and documentation
• Lead the establishment, implementation and improvement of SOX controls and business processes
• Take on ad-hoc special projects such as internal group restructuring, M&A and adoption of new accounting standards
• Continue to improve business and finance processes

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience preparing consolidation or in a Big 4 external audit (desired)
• Degree in Accountancy or a recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, etc.)
• Familiarity with US GAAP or experience in a technical accounting department of an accounting firm
• Strong accounting and reporting knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and strong logical, analytical thinking with attention to detail

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• US GAAP and US SEC reporting requirements