Financial Accountant (12 months contract)

The GCRS Financial Reporting team is a high profile finance team based in Singapore with significant interaction on a daily basis with a broad and diverse range of stakeholders; including the Country CFOs across the APAC region, Business Managers, Group Treasury, Operations, External Auditors and Finance personnel located in all parts of the world. The team has primary responsibility for ensuring the integrity of the disclosure and presentation of the financial reporting for APAC entities, as well as ensuring compliance with various different Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAPs) and ensuring efficient processes and robust controls are in place to support these month end reporting process. This role requires a motivated self-starter that sees tasks are completed, ensures all the deadlines are met and providing communication to the highest standard. The responsibilities within the above framework will include: preparing legal entities' books and records including month-end closing, journal preparation Support the month-end close process by taking ownership of analytical review of the Balance Sheet, P&L for the APAC entities. daily control & monitoring of booking, control accounts, system breaks and resolution of booking issues performing control activities such as Balance Sheet verification, ICAP & EUA signoffs participating in Finance Change-the-Bank projects where Business or system changes impact the reporting process. Includes working with system developers to both identify and deliver efficient and effective solutions review the work of offshored support team This is a 12 months contract position Our ideal candidate should possess the following requisites: Bachelor Degree or above 3 - 5 years of relevant experience Proficient in English Building and maintaining relationships with colleagues across Finance Adopt a positive, proactive approach in communicating with colleagues at all levels Support APAC location controller in understanding and analysis of the reported financial statements Keep colleagues informed of developments and issues; work collaboratively Work with the APAC product controlling team and beyond to promote improvements to month end processes Support APAC location controller in delivering accurate financial statements on a timely basis Identify and resolve issues in a timely manner, and working within month end timetable to ensure financial results are finalised within the required timeframe Identifying and implementing improvements to existing reporting processes Understanding of business and the Financial Impact these transactions have on the Balance Sheet and PL Knowledge of front-to-back product control process would be desirable The role requires the ability to combine in-depth understanding of accounting policy and financial reporting The candidate must have an ability to apply detailed technical understanding to practical situations Keep up to date with developments in accounting standards and policy What we offer UBS offers talented individuals around the world a challenging, diverse and supportive working environment in which passion, commitment and hard work are valued and rewarded. Why UBS? Watch the video Take the next step Fitting in at UBS means being passionate and motivated about what you do. If you like collaborating, are used to challenging others and being challenged in return, then you have the right attitude to thrive in our environment. Want to become part of our team? Apply now. Disclaimer / Policy Statements UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.