Accounting & Tax Specialist (6 Months Contract)

Job Description Rakuten Group, Inc. is a global leader in internet services and has a diverse ecosystem spanning across e-commerce, fintech, communications and more serving approximately 1.8 billion members worldwide. Founded in Tokyo in 1997, the Group operates in over 30 countries and regions with more than 30,000 employees. Based in Singapore's Central Business District, Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd. serves as the regional headquarters for Asia, driving value through areas such as advertising product development, product strategy, and data management to support Rakuten Group's global ecosystem. Learn more at: https://global.rakuten.com/corp/ We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive contractor to support both the Accounting and Tax teams. This role will help ensure smooth day-to-day operations, support budget monitoring, assist with compliance processes and participate in selected Accounting/Tax projects. The position is suitable for candidates with relevant accounting/tax knowledge who are keen to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced corporate environment. Responsibilities: Accounting Support Handle accounts payable and employee reimbursement operations Assist with the implementation of fixed asset management systems Maintain fixed asset tracking and support stock take exercises Contribute to process improvement and AI-driven transformation initiatives for accounting operations Tax Support Assist in preparing and organizing basic tax data and supporting schedules Support tax filing processes (e.g, GST and corporate income tax) by coordinating information collection Support simple tax reconciliations and data verification Maintain tax documentation and ensure proper filing/record keeping Track tax deadlines and follow up with internal stakeholders Monitor tax-related budgets and track expenses Support invoice processing and vendor procurement activities Provide general administrative support to the team Requirements: Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in accounting and tax operations Good understanding of accounting and tax concepts Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Good communication skills and the ability to coordinate with different stakeholders Positive attitude and willingness to learn Immediate or short-notice availability is preferred