Accountant

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p> <p>We are looking for an accountant to join the Finance Team. Prior experience in accounting, auditing or finance with a proprietary trading firm/investment fund/alternative investment firm is a must. The accountant will assist in day-to-day financial operations of the group, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and compliance with accounting principles and regulations.</p> <p>As a multinational corporation, the company requires the candidate to have excellent communication skills to coordinate with colleagues stationed in different locations and work considering different time zones.</p> <ul> <li>Assist in the group’s day-to-day financial operations. Collaborate with colleagues from the broader finance department and liaise with other relevant parties within the organization.</li> <li>Assist in the month-end closing procedures of the group. Prepare monthly balance sheet schedules and conduct monthly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance.</li> <li>Assist in preparing consolidated/stand-alone financial statements for the group under US GAAP, IFRS and local reporting standards, in a timely and accurate manner.</li> <li>Coordinate with external and internal teams for monthly NAV reports and related schedules.</li> <li>Participate in various finance projects /ad-hoc requests&nbsp;from controller and other departments.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field,</li> <li>Pursuing an accredited accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent, or being a finalist in any of these qualifications, would be a plus</li> <li>Minimum of 3 - 8+ years of finance and accounting experience; experience with a proprietary trading firm/investment fund/alternative investment firm a plus</li> <li>Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and regulations, including US GAAP and IFRS.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Hands-on experience with accounting software and financial management systems. Workday Financials are a plus.</li> <li>Proficient in Excel and adept at using technology.</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li> <li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.</li> <li>Self-starter and can work with minimal supervision</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p>