Accountant

half the sky; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage the financial and bookkeeping functions. This role involves ensuring compliance with Singaporean tax laws, preparing for audits, and collaborating with multiple departments. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field and has over five years of accounting experience, preferably in an audit setting. Familiarity with accounting software such as Pastel, Xero, and Sage is essential. Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy are crucial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting or related field with CIMA, ACCA, or CPA.
• 5+ years in accounting; audit firm experience preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Pastel, Xero, and Sage.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record transactions, maintain ledgers, handle accounts payable/receivable.
• Prepare for internal/external audits and collaborate with external auditors.
• Ensure adherence to Singapore's tax regulations and timely filings.
• Assist in the creation and analysis of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Manage timely and accurate payroll processes.
• Support cash flow management and liquidity.
• Streamline financial management processes; maintain regulatory adherence and compliance.
• Refine accounting procedures and maintain transaction accuracy.
• Partner with departments for financial data and coordinate with company subsidiaries.

Skills

Financial documentation

Bookkeeping

Tax compliance

Budgeting

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or related field

CIMA, ACCA, or CPA

Tools

Pastel

Xero

Sage

Job description

Role Overview

The Accountant will oversee the comprehensive financial, bookkeeping, and reporting functions of the Singapore office. Reporting lines include direct communication with the Financial Manager, COO, and CEO.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Documentation & Bookkeeping: Accurately record transactions, maintain ledgers, handle accounts payable/receivable.
• Audit Support: Prepare for internal/external audits and collaborate with external auditors.
• Tax Compliance: Ensure adherence to Singapore's tax regulations and timely filings.
• Budgeting: Assist in the creation and analysis of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Payroll: Manage timely and accurate payroll processes.
• Treasury: Support cash flow management and liquidity.
• Compliance & Process Optimisation: Streamline financial management processes; maintain regulatory adherence and accounting compliance.
• Operational Efficiency: Refine accounting procedures; maintain transaction accuracy.
• Liaison & Collaboration: Partner with departments for financial data and coordinate with company subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting or related field with CIMA, ACCA, or CPA.
• 5+ years in accounting; audit firm experience preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Pastel, Xero, and Sage.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.