Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to support the daily accounting operations and ensure accurate and timely maintenance of financial records.
The successful candidate will assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, intercompany transactions, GST preparation and monthly financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Daily Accounting Operations
- Handle daily accounting transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger entries.
- Process supplier invoices, payments and customer receipts.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Maintain proper accounting records and supporting documents.
2. Financial Reporting
- Assist in monthly closing and preparation of management accounts.
- Prepare monthly schedules and account reconciliations.
- Assist with budget-versus-actual reports and variance analysis.
- Support the preparation of financial reports for management review.
3. GST and Statutory Compliance
- Assist in preparing GST returns and supporting schedules for submission to IRAS.
- Ensure accounting records are properly maintained for audit and tax purposes.
- Liaise with auditors and tax agents when required.
4. Intercompany Transactions
- Assist with intercompany billing and reconciliation among related Singapore entities.
- Follow up on outstanding intercompany balances and discrepancies.
5. Other Responsibilities
- Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting exercises.
- Support external audit requirements and provide necessary schedules and documents.
- Assist in improving accounting procedures and workflows.
- Perform any other duties and ad hoc projects as assigned by the Finance Manager.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, ACCA, CPA Singapore or equivalent is preferred
- 5 to 10 years of hands-on experience in a professional accounting or corporate services firm preferred
- Experience in financial software, including proficiency in Excel is preferred
- Knowledgeable in accounting principles and practice, Singapore GST.
- Familiar with knowledge of relevant local laws, Singapore tax regulations and financial reporting standards
- Meticulous, independent, proactive, responsible, and able to meet tight deadlines
- Team player with good communication skills