accountant

• Maintaining accurate financial records, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cashflow reports.
• Ensure debtors and creditors ageing reports are automated and issue invoices and reminders to debtors, and work with the legal team for debt recovery.
• Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports, bank reconciliation, and account reconciliation.
• Assist with audit processes by preparing required documentation and liaising with auditors.
• Ensure proper filing and organization of financial documents with actual receipts, invoices, and payment vouchers for compliance.

2. Budgeting & Cost Monitoring

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Track actual expenses against budgets and highlight variances to management.
• Support cost control initiatives to improve financial efficiency.

3. Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process payments to vendors, contractors, and suppliers in a timely manner.
• Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding payments, and assist in preparing aging reports, invoices, and reminders. Work with the legal team for debt recovery for debts over certain periods.
• Perform bank reconciliations and track tenant rental collections. Perform account and bank reconciliations monthly.

4. Taxation & Compliance

• Assist in preparing tax-related documents, including SST, GST/VAT, corporate tax, and withholding tax.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and tax requirements.
• Support the finance team in liaising with tax consultants and regulatory bodies.

5. Financial Systems & Process Improvement

• Ensure accurate data entry and record-keeping in accounting systems.
• Identify opportunities for improving financial workflows and reporting accuracy.
• Assist in the implementation of accounting system updates or automation initiatives.

6. Contracts and Ad hoc tasks

• Invoice based on contracts and understand contracts for invoicing.
• Email debtors and reply to emails tactfully and promptly.
• Draft reminders for collections, payment vouchers, simple contracts, or letters, proficient with AI.
• Support other departments when needed.
• Work closely with the company secretary and legal team.
• Create price charts, commissions, and expenses for property sales.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in the property or real estate industry.
• Basic knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS/MFRS) and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Autocount), Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication in English is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Able to work alone with minimum supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in property finance or real estate accounting is an advantage.
• Familiarity with tax compliance and financial regulations.
• Experienced in full set of accounts and to submit for full yearly auditing.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, or CIMA (a plus but not required).