Senior Finance Executive / Assistant Finance Manager

About the role

A publicly listed Chinese oil trading company is looking for a competent, detail-oriented finance professional to join its team. The role covers financial accounting, tax compliance, reporting and reviewing financial records for accuracy and compliance; depending on qualifications and experience, it may also involve overseeing the existing accounting function.

Key responsibilities

• Review accounting transactions, general ledger entries and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support and review month-end and year-end financial closing activities.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports and China HQ reporting submissions.
• Coordinate GST, corporate income tax and other statutory tax filings, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), tax regulations and internal financial policies.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend improvements to financial processes and internal controls.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents and internal stakeholders on accounting and financial matters.
• Depending on experience, supervise and guide the existing accountant.
• Undertake other finance-related responsibilities as assigned.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant accounting, tax and financial reporting experience.
• Prior experience in Oil & Gas, Energy or Commodity Trading is highly preferred.
• Sound knowledge of Singapore accounting standards, GST and corporate income tax requirements.
• Experience reviewing financial records, preparing reports and ensuring accounting compliance.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent command of English and Chinese, written and spoken, including bilingual business documents, reports and presentations.
• ACCA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification is an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Accounting and ERP systems