Finance Associate

About Grasshopper

Grasshopper is a quantitative trading technology provider based in Singapore, and is the holding company of Grasshopper Asset Management. Our state-of-the-art technology, built from the ground up in-house, puts us at the forefront of developments in electronic trading. An unbroken record of consistency and profitability is underpinned by firm values of curiosity, empowerment and flexibility.

About the role

As we continue to grow, we seek a Finance Associate to join the Finance Team. This role assists the Finance Manager and contributes to the day-to-day finance operations while collaborating closely with Middle Office, brokers, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that our finance operations are efficient and seamless. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance administration and have high standards of organisation and accuracy.

As a key member of the Finance team, you’ll:

Handle invoicing, payments, payroll and expense tracking, including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
Maintain financial records in accordance with company policies and industry standards
Assist in reporting by preparing financial statements and internal reports as required
Review, escalate and resolve discrepancies on fees and charges with prime brokers
Assist with cash management across all Grasshopper group entities and associated companies
Collate documents for outsourced accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely preparation/submission of financial reports
Undertake general financial administrative duties including documentation and record keeping
Assist in any ad-hoc financial projects or operational needs as required

We’d love for you to have:

Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or equivalent
Prior work experience in an accounting/finance role in the finance industry is preferred
Attention to detail and initiative in problem-solving
Experience in using software technology (vendor software solutions e.g. Microsoft / Google suite)
Attention to detail with high standards of organisation, accuracy, and thoroughness
Good communication skills - fluent in spoken and written English
Strong initiative to follow up on assigned items and determine appropriate steps for timely resolution
Strong team player and fast learner who can deliver efficient and innovative solutions

What we offer:

21 days annual leave
An opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, fostering mentorship opportunities and personal growth
Comprehensive Insurance Package with extended coverage for dependents
Well-stocked pantry
Annual Dental & Wellness budget
Gym membership
Competitive compensation

What you can expect working at Grasshopper:

At Grasshopper, you will be working in a diverse and dynamic environment with a flat hierarchy. With over 100 employees and 15 nationalities working in an open office, communication is essential to performance. To keep our edge as the “small giant” of trading technology, we give employees a high level of autonomy and encourage them to get creative, take risks, make mistakes and learn from them. The sprint is on!

Grasshopper is an equal opportunity employer.