Accountant

Takenaka Singapore Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to manage daily operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. This role involves tracking job costs, preparing invoices, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in accountancy, with at least three years of experience in a medium-sized organization, preferably within the construction sector. Join a dynamic team that values continuous improvement and offers a fast-paced work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in construction.
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of GST required.

Responsibilities

• Handle daily accounting functions and track job costs.
• Prepare progress billing and ensure timely invoicing.

Skills

Accounting

ERP Systems

Excel

GST Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Diploma in Accountancy

Degree in Accountancy

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

1.Handle daily accounting operational functions

2. Track job costs (labour, materials, subcontractors) and allocate expenses to correct

projects.

3. Prepare progress billing/claims and ensure timely client invoicing.

4. Follow up with internal stakeholders to ensure invoices are recorded in the accounting

system.

5. Liaise with the procurement department, internal stakeholders or vendors to resolve

any discrepancies.

6. Perform month end and year end closing of accounts.

7. Ensure accuracy and reliability of accounting data and transaction in accounting

system.

8. Review petty cash by project site office.

9. Responsible to the payment cycle to vendors and support cash forecast estimates

relating to payments.

10. Assist in new processes for continuous improvement initiatives, system

implementation and any ad-hoc projects.

11. Ad-hoc projects as required by supervisor or management.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional accounting

qualification

• At least 3 years of experience in at least a medium-sized organization preferably in

the construction industry

• Hands on in ERP system

• Strong excel skill.

• Must possess good knowledge of GST.

• Meticulous with a logical thinking process, ability to work under pressure and cope in

a fast-paced environment to meet timelines.

• Adopts an open mindset to drive continuous improvement.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.