Account Assistant - 5 days work week

Penanshin Shipping Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A shipping and logistics company in Singapore is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support finance operations. The role includes handling billing, payment follow-ups, and invoice processing, while also assisting internal teams. Fresh graduates are welcomed to apply. Ideal candidates have an O-Level or higher in Accounting or Finance and are proficient in MS Excel. Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth within a stable organization.

Benefits

Supportive team and collaborative work culture

Opportunities to grow within a stable organization

Exposure to the shipping and logistics industry

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant accounting experience preferred (Fresh graduates are welcome).
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and a positive, collaborative attitude.

Responsibilities

• Send monthly statements to customers and follow up on payment status.
• Respond to customer email requests, including providing invoice copies.
• Assist Operations in reversing invoices when amendments are required.
• Prepare the monthly volume discount credit note.
• Prepare GST outstanding and GST blocked lists at the end of each day.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficient in MS Excel

Education

O-Level / N-Level / Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Basic accounting software

Job description

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to support our finance operations. This role involves handling billing, payment follow-ups, invoice processing, and assisting internal teams to ensure smooth and accurate accounting workflows. Fresh graduates welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Send monthly statements to customers and follow up on payment status.
• Respond to customer email requests, including providing invoice copies and confirming payment receipts with the Operations and Sales teams.
• Assist Operations/Customer service in reversing invoices when amendments are required.
• Update customer and vendor codes when necessary.
• Post invoices, debit notes and credit notes at the beginning of each month.

Discount & Reconciliation Tasks

• Prepare the monthly volume discount credit note.

Accounts Payable Support

• Prepare daily carrier payments (on rotational basis with team members).

GST Reporting

• Prepare GST outstanding and GST blocked lists at the end of each day.

Reporting & Administrative Duties

• Prepare weekly outstanding reports.

Requirements

• O-Level / N-Level / Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• At least 1 year of relevant accounting experience preferred (Fresh graduates are welcome).
• Proficient in MS Excel and basic accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and a positive, collaborative attitude.

Why Join Us?

• Exposure to the shipping and logistics industry.
• Supportive team and collaborative work culture.
• Opportunities to grow within a stable and established organisation.