Junior Controller

About the role

A startup in Singapore is looking for a Junior Controller to own the accounting and compliance work for several entities across multiple countries. The role covers the full accounting cycle, statutory reporting, internal controls and business partnering, with a focus on using AI and automation to improve finance operations.

Key responsibilities

• Own the full accounting cycle for multiple entities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and month-end/year-end close
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements under SFRS/IFRS (and US GAAP where applicable)
• Maintain a clean chart of accounts and ensure the integrity of financial records and reconciliations
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships and treasury operations
• Handle GST filings, corporate tax and statutory reporting with IRAS and ACRA, and manage the annual audit and act as the main contact for external auditors
• Design and enforce internal controls, finance policies and approval workflows, and oversee payroll, CPF contributions and employee expenses
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash-runway planning, and partner with founders and department leads on spend, unit economics and vendor contracts
• Leverage AI and automation tools to streamline close, reporting and reconciliation, and support fundraising, investor reporting and due diligence

Required profile

• 5+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience, ideally in a startup or fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or a related field; CA (Singapore), ACCA or CPA qualification highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of SFRS and IFRS, with exposure to US GAAP, GST, corporate tax and Singapore statutory requirements
• External or internal audit experience, and proven ability to design and run a full set of accounts independently
• Comfortable with ambiguity, able to prioritise, and open to AI tools; exposure to Web3, crypto or digital-asset accounting is a strong plus

Required skills

• Accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or NetSuite
• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills

What we offer

• Market-competitive compensation, including for most roles exposure to pre-launch tokens
• A self-directed environment where you can shape your role and career
• Reimbursements for personal development: meditation, education, communication training, speech coaching, fitness and gym memberships