Finance Specialist (Financial Reporting & Taxation)

What You Will Do:

· Support day-to-day activities related to financial information requirements linked to financial reporting and taxation functions.

· Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements at month's end.

· Analyse journals in the GL, investigate any unexpected movements and follow up on any open items or issues for resolution.

· Prepare schedules and complete set of statutory financial statements for the auditor to review and respond to auditor queries.

· Assist in preparing and filing tax computations, direct and indirect tax returns, ensuring compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations.

· Support company tax audits, responses to tax notices and timely resolution of other tax controversy matters.

· Perform basic technical research to address tax issues and support tax planning initiatives.

· Assist in transfer pricing matters and provide guidance on intercompany transactions.

· Provides other tax support, which may include analyses of pending legislation and implementation of legislative changes.

· Assist in preparing accurate and timely reports, schedules, and documentation related to tax activities.

· Liaise with internal parties, external auditors, company secretary and tax agents to ensure compliance with all matters relating to audit, tax and statutory requirements.

· Attend to any ad-hoc assignments that may be required from time to time.

What You Need:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent professional qualifications such as CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW, CPA, etc.

· Minimum of 4 years of relevant working experience in audit, tax or accounting/finance.

· Possess knowledge of accounting principles, IFRS/US GAAP and tax rules.

· Proficiency in verbal and written communication.

· Exhibit a strong sense of dedication, attention to detail, independent and teamwork abilities.

· Advanced PC skills (MS Excel) are required, and knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.