Accountant (1 year contract)

RSM STONE FOREST ACCOUNTSERVE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM STONE FOREST ACCOUNTSERVE PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an agile Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting and support the finance function across trading operations.

You will oversee accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, month-end close and financial reporting, working with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, accurate records. Experience with Xero is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions and records.
• Record and reconcile sales, purchases, expenses and other transactions.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and close.
• Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reports.
• Coordinate payroll processing and CPF submissions.
• Coordinate GST filings and corporate tax compliance.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and corporate secretarial providers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independence / self-starter

Excel/Google Sheets

Communication skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance

Tools

Xero

Job description

The company is a fast-growing, boutique international trading company looking for an agile, experienced, and hands-on Accountant. This role will be responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day accounting activities and supporting the finance function across its trading operations.

As a key member of the finance team, you will oversee the full spectrum of accounting activities, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, month-end closing, financial reporting, and supporting trade-related transactions. You will work closely with the commercial, operations, logistics, banking, and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Accounting & Bookkeeping
  • Manage day-to-day accounting transactions and maintain accurate accounting records.
  • Record and reconcile sales, purchases, expenses, claims, and other business transactions.
  • Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations.
  • Maintain the company's chart of accounts and accounting records in Xero or other application.
  • Ensure supporting invoices, receipts and documents are properly maintained.
  • Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• 2. Monthly Financial Reporting
  • Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet and cash-flow reports.
  • Provide management with financial analysis and commentary on key movements.
  • Monitor actual expenses against budget.
  • Maintain proper documentation for management review.
• 3. Expense & Claims Management
  • Review employee/business expense claims and supporting documents.
  • Verify invoices and receipts before submitting claims for management approval.
  • Maintain an organised record of expenses and supporting documentation.
  • Ensure expenses are properly categorised and recorded.
• 4. Banking & Cash Management
  • Monitor company bank accounts and cash positions.
  • Reconcile bank transactions with accounting records.
  • Prepare payment schedules and payment instructions for management approval.
  • Monitor incoming and outgoing payments.
  • Maintain proper records for bank transactions.
• 5. Payroll Support
  • Coordinate monthly payroll processing.
  • Review payroll calculations and employee claims.
  • Coordinate CPF submissions and payroll-related matters with the external payroll provider.
  • Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.
• 6. GST & Tax Coordination
  • Prepare and maintain accounting records required for GST and corporate tax compliance.
  • Coordinate with the external accountant/tax agent for GST filings, ECI and annual corporate tax returns.
  • Provide supporting schedules and documents required for tax computation and filing.
  • Ensure tax-related deadlines are properly tracked.
• 7. External Accountant / Corporate Secretary Coordination
  • Act as the main finance contact for external accountants, tax agents, auditors and corporate secretarial providers.
  • Provide financial information and supporting documents when required.
  • Follow up on accounting, tax and statutory matters.
  • Ensure requests from external service providers are completed accurately and on time.

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in Singapore.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore accounting practices and basic GST/CPF requirements.
• Experience with Xero or similar accounting software.
• Good understanding of full-set accounting.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Experience working with SMEs, trading companies or international businesses would be an advantage.