Job Responsibilities

Lead and direct the Financial Reporting and Standards Department and the Inspection Department in carrying out the role as the regulator of public accounts, and in promoting high professional standards in the public accountancy sector through key regulatory programmes, including the Practice Monitoring Programme and Financial Reporting Surveillance Programme, to uphold high-quality financial reporting.

Working closely with local and international accounting stakeholders, providing strategic and technical accounting advice to the Accounting Standards Committee in discharging its duties under the Accounting Standards Act, and making recommendations to the Public Accountants Oversight Committee on the outcomes and findings arising from inspections of public accountants and public accounting entities.

Lead transformation initiatives across the audit and accounting regulatory areas by driving process improvements, adoption of AI and data-enabled approaches to strengthen regulatory effectiveness, enhance operational efficiency and support the sector’s continued development

Strategise and direct the division’s environmental scanning efforts to ensure that ACRA remains abreast of developments in accounting and auditing standards and regulations, as well as changes in the international economic and business environment

Provide strategic direction for the periodic review and updating of legislation and policies to ensure they remain relevant, robust and responsive to evolving regulatory needs

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline.

At least 12 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, auditing, financial reporting, or regulatory functions.

Experience in a leading or reputable audit firm will be an advantage.

Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking capabilities.

Demonstrated ability to drive organisational transformation and lead high-performing teams.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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