Total 3 job vacancies by Ocorian Corporate Services (singapore) Pte. Ltd.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

We are looking for a Consultant to join our thriving Singapore Practice to deliver high quality, specialist advice to our Asset Management / Funds clients in Singapore and overseas. The successful candidate will also participate in marketing and business development to ensure that the team maintains a sufficient pipeline of client work, as well as assist with technical research and producing technical materials.

The Singapore Practice gives specialist advice on regulatory requirements to Bovill Newgate clients. It supports clients through the entire regulatory cycle – obtaining the appropriate licence, putting in place fit-for-purpose, commercially-minded Compliance Frameworks, meeting the expectations of the MAS (and potentially other Regulators) on an ongoing basis, delivering internal audits, and implementing regulatory change projects.

The successful candidate will provide support primarily to our clients that are Fund Management Companies.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical qualities

• Recent in-house compliance experience of at least 5 years in a FMC, another professional services company, and / or at the MAS is crucial

• Demonstrate deep understanding of the business issues in the Asset Management sector across a range of asset classes, as well as the key regulatory challenges faced

• A strong technical understanding of the aspects of MAS rules and regulations applying to FMCs, and of the regulatory pipeline is critical

• Knowledge of wider regional or global requirements would be advantageous

• A broad understanding and an appetite to keep learning

Client delivery

• Take personal responsibility for meeting and exceeding the agreed billable hours target, ensuring you have a sufficient pipeline of client work

• Provide advice and support to clients on a wide range of regulatory compliance matters. This may include:

• drafting policies, procedures and templates

• writing training material and delivering training sessions

• liaising with the MAS on behalf of / regarding the client

• conducting client interviews

• assisting with regulatory matters including licencing applications, and compiling and submitting regulatory returns and filings

• preparing comprehensive reports

• supporting projects with multiple workstreams

• responding to ad hoc and routine regulatory queries

• Act as the main point of contact and relationship manager for a portfolio of clients. This may include:

• responding to all queries, managing client expectations and delegating work, where necessary

• reviewing work of colleagues and providing constructive feedback

• ensuring accurate invoicing, timely payment and assisting the Finance team in resolving any queries

• dealing with any complaints quickly and effectively

• Actively partner with global sector teams to support and deliver on shared projects and responsibilities, where required

• At all times adhere to Bovill Newgate Quality Assurance Framework prior to submission of deliverables to the client

• Accurately record all client time in the CRM system

• Ensure all client files are in good order and details of relevant contacts are updated in the CRM system

Business development

• Build and maintain professional working relationships with clients, trade bodies, and the MAS

• Actively seek to increase Bovill Newgate pipeline by targeting new clients, as well as leveraging existing client relationships to maximise opportunities for up-selling and cross-selling

• Prepare well-presented, accurately priced proposals and present these to prospective clients

• Represent Bovill Newgate at industry events, promoting the brand

• Participate in internal events and training sessions such as client briefings

• Assist the team with marketing and business development activities including:

• writing articles for the website and social media

• preparing marketing material

• Record all touch-points, leads, opportunities and proposals in the CRM system

Regulatory knowledge

• Keep abreast of regulatory developments and understand how client activities may be impacted

• Develop a thorough understanding of clients’ businesses and requirements so you can provide relevant and accurate advice

• Help develop Bovill Newgate's technical capacity within the relevant sector(s) by:

• highlighting skills and knowledge gaps

• contributing to internal training initiatives and sharing knowledge across the firm

• attending relevant training sessions and industry events

Global Collaboration

Bovill Hong Kong is a key part of our global strategy. However, the office is small and therefore needs to leverage the resources of Bovill Singapore and the other global offices (London and Americas). An ability to foster good working relationships with global colleagues is therefore critical.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Educated to degree level

• The ability to speak Mandarin would be beneficial

• Demonstrable compliance-related experience gained at a FMC, legal practice, compliance consultancy and/or the MAS

• Experience managing client relationships

• Deep understanding of MAS rules and regulations

• Strong technical knowledge of the fund management sector

• Experience translating regulatory rules and guidance into meaningful, fit-for-purpose, pragmatic and commercial solutions for clients

• Proven track record of exceeding financial goals; consulting experience would be advantageous

• Excellent Microsoft Office skills

• Experience using a CRM system would be an advantage

COMPETENCIES

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Ability to confidently interact with Board and Executive level clients

• Ability to prioritise multiple projects and engagements whilst meeting tight deadlines

• Highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

• Proven ability to manage own workload, and cope with the ‘peaks and troughs’ associated with professional services

• Commercial acumen, with the ability to spot new opportunities and develop them

• Willingness to be hands-on and to tackle a broad range of matters outside main areas of expertise

• Entrepreneurial mind-set and ‘can do’ attitude

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

This role offers an excellent opportunity to quickly build upon accounting, tax and financial management experience. The candidate will form part of a team providing accounting and advisory support to international businesses from a diverse range of industries.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle full or partial sets of accounts (monthly, quarterly and yearly) for the portfolio of clients

• Ensure accurate recording of accounting transactions and analyse financial information, to prepare meaningful management accounts and supporting schedule

• Prepare GST returns and assist with tax compliance matters

• Accounts receivable – assisting with the client’s invoicing requirements

• Ensure payments are processed in compliance with the client’s policies and statutory requirements

• Prepare financial statements under SFRS and other international GAAP

• Responsible for full spectrum of payroll functions in relation to the portfolio of clients (monthly CPF contribution, IR8A tax submission)

• Coordinate with external parties including external auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial and government authorities, where required

• Establish good client relationships through positive interactions with the client’s team

• Involve in any other adhoc duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A degree in Accounting and/or qualified ACCA and/or CA

• Prior experience working in outsourcing firm is highly advantageous

• Fresh graduate with keen interest in working for an accounting firm will also be considered;

• Initiative, drive and enthusiasm with ability to work under pressure

• Superior client interaction and communication skills

• Advanced time management skills to plan for work and deliverable in advance

• Self-driven, meticulous and organised with excellent communication skills

• Ability to multi-task and work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To manage a portfolio of clients together with junior team members to be an effective, efficient and profitable part of Ocorian including coaching and reviewing work of junior team members, taking responsibility to ensure adherence with Ocorian policy and procedures, smooth running of operation of the team under management and provide high quality service to Ocorian’s clients.

• To act as named Company Secretary of client entities

• Providing advisory to clients on corporate secretarial matters and ensuring clients receive prompt responses to requests and queries

• To ensure compliance with the Companies Act, ACRA Act: Anti Money Laundering AML / Combating the Financing of Terrorism CFT, KYC processes and any such relevant regulatory and statutory requirements

• Attending clients’ board/board committee meetings, general meetings etc and recording of such minutes of meetings

• Oversee preparation and coordination of the statutory books and documents including submissions of statutory forms/documents to ACRA, IRAS or such other statutory bodies/government agencies within stipulated deadlines.

• Maintain good client relationship with close client communication, in order to assess customer satisfaction for possible improvements and identify possible cross-sell and up-sell.

• Provide leadership and guidance to team members and ensure seamless service delivery to clients

• Ensure prompt and timely billing and monitoring of team members’ timesheet, WIP, efficiency and recoverability in view of achieving the financial objectives and work efficiency.

• Oversee credit control and prompt collection of debts within the portfolio and work closely with credit control/finance team on long outstanding and doubtful debts

• Work with peers and Associate Director to provide and organise training for junior team members

• Support the Associate Director in managing overall targets and proactively monitor actual performance against target

• Such other duties as may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualified ICSA graduate or equivalent

• At least 4 years of relevant working experience in corporate service providers or legal firms

COMPETENCIES

• Good understanding of Singapore Companies Act, AML/CFT procedures and guidelines and other relevant regulations

• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and customer service skills

• Positive work attitude with strong initiatives, a team player and able to work independently, lead and motivate junior team members

• Ability to take challenges and meet tight deadlines

• Meticulous, organised, detailed and deadline-oriented