Accountant (1 year contract-renewable)

MIT Semiconductor Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Singapore is seeking an experienced finance professional to oversee financial reporting and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accountancy or relevant qualifications and at least 2 years of external audit experience. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with SFRS/IFRS, preparing management reports, and leading finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy and/or possess CA/CPA/ACCA qualifications.
• Candidates with 2 years external audit experience are preferred.
• A team player with well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations to ensure smooth departmental performance.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Support month-end and year-end closing to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain the general ledger in compliance with SFRS/IFRS.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Lead day-to-day finance operations including AR, AP, GST submissions, project costing and financial reporting.

Skills

Accounting operations

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

Education

Degree in Accountancy

CA/CPA/ACCA qualifications

Job description

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Oversee daily accounting operations to ensure smooth departmental performance.


• Prepare monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.


• Support month-end and year-end closing to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.


• Maintain the general ledger in compliance with SFRS/IFRS.


• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with statutory requirements.


• Assist in preparing group consolidation accounts.

Management Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly management reports, including variance and cost analysis.


• Review subsidiaries’ financial statements and analyse companies’ financial performance.


• Provide financial insights to support management decision-making.


• Assist in budgeting and forecasting in collaboration with HQ and related companies.

Accounts Payable, Receivable & Cash Management

• Lead day-to-day finance operations including AR, AP, GST submissions, project costing and financial reporting.


• Review vendor invoices, staff claims, and payments, ensuring completeness and proper documentation.


• Monitor AR ageing and follow up on outstanding receivables.


• Manage petty cash and ensure accurate transaction recording.

Tax, Compliance & Audit

• Liaise with auditors to facilitate smooth completion of annual audits or due diligence audits.


• Assist with GST filings, corporate tax matters, and regulatory submissions.


• Maintain relationships with auditors, bankers, and statutory bodies such as IRAS.


• Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.


• Process Improvement & Systems


• Streamline and enhance finance processes, workflows, and internal controls.


• Participate in system improvements, automation initiatives, and SOP documentation.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform ad-hoc duties and assignments as required by the Company.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Accountancy and/or possess CA/CPA/ACCA qualifications.

• Candidates with 2 years external audit experience are preferred.

• A team player with well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.