Accountant

GRANDCREST CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD.; Penarth, High Street; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GRANDCREST CONSTRUCTION PTE. LTD. in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Financial Controller to manage the full set of accounts, lead monthly close, and prepare accurate financial reports.

GST compliance, audits, tax filings, intercompany reconciliations, and strong internal controls are core. You will mentor junior staff and coordinate with external auditors, bankers, and legal advisors. This role requires independent work, tight deadlines, and clear communication with internal and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience in construction.
• Strong knowledge of SFRS, GST regulations, and statutory reporting.
• Experience in full-set accounts, audit, tax, and financial reporting.
• Proficient with MS Office and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and multi-task.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to liaise with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage full set of accounts and monthly close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reports.
• Review reports prepared by overseas agencies.
• Prepare and submit GST returns.
• Coordinate with external auditors for statutory audits.
• Prepare audit schedules and address audit queries.
• Provide financial info to tax agents for annual filings.
• Liaise with corporate secretaries on annual returns and board resolutions.
• Coordinate with banks and liaise with legal advisors on finance-related matters.
• Review legal agreements from financial/commercial perspective.
• Incorporate financial information into audited statements.
• Oversee daily accounting and finance operations.
• Reconcile intercompany balances.
• Mentor junior finance staff.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and procedures for internal audit.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full set of accounts and oversee monthly financial closing activities, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Review financial reports and accounting records prepared by overseas appointed agencies, where applicable.
• Prepare, review, and ensure timely submission of GST returns in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Coordinate and liaise with external auditors for statutory audits and ensure all audit requirements are met.
• Prepare audit schedules and resolve audit queries and issues in a timely manner.
• Provide financial information and supporting documents to tax agents for annual tax filings and respond to tax-related queries.
• Liaise with corporate secretaries on annual returns, board resolutions, and other corporate secretarial matters.
• Coordinate with banks on operational matters and liaise with legal advisors on finance-related legal matters.
• Review legal agreements and documents from a financial and commercial perspective.
• Update and incorporate financial information into audited financial statements provided by external auditors.
• Oversee daily accounting and finance operations to ensure smooth and efficient processes.
• Monitor and reconcile intercompany balances to ensure consistency and accuracy across related entities.
• Mentor, guide, and supervise junior finance staff, where applicable.
• Establish, maintain, and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to support internal audit and ensure compliance.
• Perform any other ad-hoc duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Departmental Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), GST regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience in handling full sets of accounts, audit, tax, and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and accounting software.
• Possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.