Execute monthly close activities for assigned entities, including review of journal entries, accruals, allocations and supporting schedules.
Review balance sheet reconciliations/substantiation, investigating variances and driving timely resolution of breaks.
Prepare close and reporting packages (statutory and management), including variance analysis and clear explanations of key movements.
Responsible for key accounting processes end-to-end (e.g., intercompany, accruals, allocations, balance sheet substantiation), partnering with Accounts Payable, Payroll, Treasury and Tax etc. to resolve issues and ensure consistent execution across entities.
Coordinate with COE resources to align deliverables and review outputs in support of an on-time, high-quality close.
Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting for assigned entities, including process documentation, control execution/monitoring, issue remediation and audit readiness.
Support tax compliance activities for assigned entities (e.g., corporate income tax, withholding tax, indirect taxes and transfer pricing support), liaising with external advisors and internal stakeholders to meet filing requirements and deadlines.
Support regulatory filings and ad-hoc surveys for assigned APAC jurisdictions, ensuring submissions are accurate, well-supported and completed on schedule.
Actively participate in regional/domestic projects to enhance controls, processes and/or system efficiency.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess:
Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; CPA/CA or progress toward qualification preferred.
5+ years of relevant experience in audit, accounting or financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of US GAAP / IFRS / Local GAAP and strong fundamentals in financial controls.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with financial systems/ERPs is an advantage.
Strong technical accounting skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to meet tight deadlines.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Possesses strong work ethic, sense of accountability and genuine passion for excellence.
The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to comp
Benefits
Flexible scheduleEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Blackstone is the world's largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com . Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn , X , and Instagram .
Business Unit
International Finance, APAC
The International Finance is responsible for the financial operations, accounting, control and reporting for the international subsidiaries of Blackstone.
Job Title
Associate
Role Summary
Blackstone's International Finance team is seeking an Associate to support the delivery of end-to-end accounting close and reporting for in-scope APAC House/Fund entities. The role is focused on executing period-end close activities, reviewing reconciliations and reporting packages, and partnering with stakeholders and service providers to resolve issues and maintain strong controls.
Blackstone · Singapore