Accountant, SG (1-Year Contract)

Singapore
Contract
Full-time

21 days ago

Job Description:DepartmentThe Finance department is responsible for all key accounting, reporting and tax matters affecting the company and for the design, implementation, maintenance and operation of financial processes and internal controls.The Finance department is accountable for the management and oversight of the following functions:

Accounting
Consolidation reporting
Financial control
Financial planning & analysis
Settlements
Tax

Key roles and responsibilitiesMainly responsible for ensuring proper accounting and financial reporting, including effective operations of the general ledger and financial closing for the Singapore, London, and US operations:

Maintain the financial books and records in accordance with financial reporting standards and statutory requirement, including assessing the impact of changes in accounting standards and ensuring appropriate accounting treatment of the Group's business activities.
Perform and monthly closing and consolidation process to ensure accurate and timely group and statutory reporting
Perform reconciliation of accounting to trading systems to ensure the accuracy of accounting ledger
Prepare accounting schedules and conduct monthly analytical review of fluctuation in financial positions and performance
Prepare the monthly/quarterly financial reporting packages, and annual financial statements in accordance with the financial reporting standards
Support audit and review process by external auditors and the internal control/audit team
Support in the implementation of IT initiatives/projects and Finance BI functionality.
Support Senior Accounting Manager/Finance Manager on ad-hoc duties as assigned
Collaborate with other departments to achieve the overall JERAGM's goals and objectives
Working outside of normal business hours will be required at times, such as month-end closing
Be knowledgeable of and ensure compliance with trading and accounting standards and other compliance requirements

Qualifications:Key Qualifications, Experience and Requirements

Possess a bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CA or its equivalents)
5 years of relevant working experience with at least 2 years in a commodity trading company and/or in Big 4 accounting firm with a focus on the audit of commodity trading firm is desired
Strong technical understanding of mark-to-market accounting in the commodity trading business is preferred.
Sun/Horizon system experience is an advantage.
System savvy and proficient in Microsoft Excel

Person Specifications

Positive, conscientious, hands-on, and self-driven. Enjoy working in a dynamic environment.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong logical thinking and analytical skills with attention to details and accuracy
Collaborative team player and thrives on excellence and continuous improvement
Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under time pressure
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) and able to work effectively with various stakeholders within the organization

Role OpportunityThis role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop skills and responsibility within a growing and successful commodity trading business.About Us:About the CompanyJERA Global Markets (JERAGM) is a leading utility-backed seaborne energy trader. A joint venture between majority shareholder JERA Co., Inc. and EDF Trading Ltd, JERAGM's shareholders are among the world's major utilities.JERAGM operates one of the most exciting energy portfolios in the world which gives it an in-depth understanding of the way local, regional and international energy markets behave. Its indepth knowledge and market insights enable us to capture trading opportunities, optimise portfolios, create value and enhance security of supply for our customers.Headquartered in Singapore, JERAGM has a global talent pool of more than 400 people across offices located in four strategic locations: Singapore, Japan (Tokyo), the UK (London) and the US (Houston).JERAGM is strongly capitalised with over US$500 million in paid up capital and a total equity of US$4 billion. JERAGM has an AA- Stable rating from R&I, attributable to a robust business model and solid financial base.

JERA Global Markets

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