Account Assistant

Hwa Sheng Construction; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hwa Sheng Construction in Singapore seeks a meticulous Accounts Associate to manage full sets of accounts and assist audit preparation. You will handle data entry, reconciliations, invoicing, GST filings, and payroll from data collection to payment processing.

The role requires a Diploma in Accounting and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Strong Excel/Word skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Accountancy or accounting related qualifications.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Proactive, responsible, and able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Able to work independently with initiative and good problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel and MS Word.

Responsibilities

• Handle full sets of accounts and prepare schedules for audit readiness.
• Enter data accurately into the accounting system and prepare reports.
• Reconcile accounting and bank records; ensure timely payments and collections.
• Prepare invoices and manage debt collection, GST returns, and payroll.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, external auditors, and tax agents; support budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork

Initiative

Communication

Education

Diploma in Accountancy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Handle full sets of Accounts, and prepare relevant schedule and reports to be ready for Audit.
• Timely data entry to the accounting system and preparation of reports
• Reconcile accounting records and bank records
• Prepare Invoices and debt collection
• Check and follow up with payment matters
• Liaison with Clients and suppliers and vendors, external Auditors and Tax Agents
• Prepare and file GST returns
• Submit survey reports required by government
• Provide other supporting functions to the Finance Division and Company
• Prepare fortnightly payroll from collection of data to arranging payment to staff.
• Assist on budget and forecasting exercises
• Handles staff attendance, leave updating
• Knowledge of Employment Act
• Any other ad hoc assignments

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in Accountancy or Accounting related qualifications
• Min. 1 year relevant working experience in Accounting is preferred
• Proactive, committed and able to work in fast paced, high volume processing working environments
• Positive attitude, hardworking, possess initiative & ability to work independently
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Excel & Microsoft Words.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and able to meet deadlines
• Meticulous and detailed oriented, good filing system
• Possess and inquisitive and analytical mind and proactive in problem finding and resourceful in problem solving
• Excellent inter-personal skills, problem solving skills and a team player