Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Accountant to oversee all aspects of our financial operations in Singapore and support the Asia region.

Job Responsibilities

1. Oversee daily financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable check in Coupa, general ledger maintenance, and month-end/year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS/US GAAP and local statutory requirements (Singapore Financial Reporting Standards – SFRS).

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2. Prepare cash analytics file including actual and forecast, track the difference between actual and forecast, and communicate with Group treasury team.

3. Prepare and analyze key financial reports (e.g., Flux analysis, Balance sheet Reconciliation, KPIs from group and so on.) for management review, identifying financial risks and recommending corrective actions.

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4. Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with company policies and SOX requirements (if applicable), Lead the annual statutory audit and coordinate with external auditors.

5. Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS/US GAAP and local statutory requirements (Singapore Financial Reporting Standards - SFRS), Manage all tax matters, including corporate income tax, GST filing, BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two, and transfer pricing compliance.

6. Streamline financial workflows and implement process improvements to reduce inefficiencies and enhance data accuracy.

7. Prepare and submit EDB related grant application, claim, survey, etc.

8. To support ad-hoc assignments as and when required

Job Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA Singapore) are highly preferred.

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2. Minimum 5 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role, preferably within a multinational corporation (MNC) or large reputable organization.

3. In-depth knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), local tax regulations (IRAS), and IFRS/US GAAP is essential.

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4. Familiar with Japanese is a plus.

5. Strong experience with Singapore tax regulations and compliance (GST, Corporate Tax) is a must.

6. Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, HFM, Power BI) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).

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7. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.

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8. Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com

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