Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.
The position is responsible for overseeing the accounting, statutory, management reporting, forecast, budgeting, payroll-related matters, and compliance activities for assigned entities in APAC. The entity portfolio may include Singapore, Brunei, Australia, China, and/or other regional entities, and may be adjusted from time to time based on business needs and team structure.
The role ensures that accounting records are maintained accurately and in accordance with Group accounting policies, IFRS, local GAAP, and regulatory requirements. The Accounting Manager will also manage and supervise accounting activities across GL, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, AR, and related shared services processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the full spectrum of accounting activities for assigned APAC entities, which may include Singapore, Brunei, Australia, China, and/or other entities.
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing in line with Group reporting timelines, accounting policies, IFRS, local GAAP, and statutory requirements.
- Liaise with internal/external auditors, company secretary, banks, government agencies, and other stakeholders as required.
- Manage and supervise the accounting team, provide clear guidance, review team output, and ensure deliverables meet required quality standards.
- Prepare and monitor shared services budgets and related cost allocations, ensureing allocations are reasonable, transparent, and aligned with Group/business requirements.
- Support business lines, controllers, and management with financial analysis, accounting insights, and ad-hoc reporting needs.
- Oversee payroll computation, payroll-related accounting entries, reconciliations, accruals, and reporting for assigned entities.
- Participate in regional or Group finance projects, including process improvement, system implementation, reporting enhancement, and compliance initiatives.
- Support changes in entity scope, reporting requirements, and finance processes as required by business needs.
Qualifications
- Education: Degree in Accountancy. Professional accounting qualification is preferred.
- Experience/Technical skills:
- Minimum 7 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, including managing multiple legal entities and an accounting team.
- Strong accounting knowledge, including review of complex accounting entries and reconciliations, IFRS, statutory reporting, and local compliance requirements.
- Good knowledge of Singapore payroll calculations and payroll-related compliance, especially for foreign employees.
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, statutory audit coordination, internal controls, management reporting, and compliance.
- Experience in shared services environment and managing GL, Fixed Assets, Intercompany, and AR processes.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills & familiarity with ERP/accounting systems
- Key competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, good interpersonal and communication skills, strong leadership and people management skills, high integrity, ownership, accountability, positive attitude, and proactive.
- Language: Good command of English, with confidence in dealing with senior overseas stakeholders.
Our Hiring Process
At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.
We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.
We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.
