Accountant

New Life Community Services; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Singapore is looking for an accountant. Responsibilities include managing general ledger tasks, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance, and supporting grant accounting. The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting, 2–5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in NetSuite. Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential, alongside the ability to work collaboratively in a finance team.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years accounting experience, preferably with exposure to non-profit or social services.
• Experience with NetSuite or similar accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Post and review journal entries in NetSuite.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing for the organization.
• Prepare internal management reports and variance analysis.
• Track grant utilization and restricted funds.

Skills

Strong proficiency in MS Excel

Strong analytical skills

Organizational skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualifications (ACCA/CPA)

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Month-end Closing
  • Post and review journal entries in NetSuite.
  • Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Support month-end closing for the organization.
  • Maintain fixed asset registers, process additions/disposals, and run depreciation.
• Reporting and analysis
  • Prepare internal management reports and variance analysis
  • Contribute to rolling forecasts and financial projections.
  • Provide financial analysis to guide decision‑making
• Grant & Fund accounting support
  • Track grant utilisation and restricted funds according to non-profit requirements.
  • Assist in preparing reports for government agencies, donors, and grantors.
  • Ensure adherence to relevant compliance standards for childcare services.
• Audit & Compliance
  • Prepare and deliver PBCs; respond to auditor queries; maintain documentation and audit trails.
  • Prepare GST F5 returns
  • Ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards and internal policies.
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Coordination
  • Verify payment/refund/e‑claims batches against documentation and controls.
  • Review AR/AP related general journals for accuracy and proper coding.
  • Liaise with Finance Executives on schedules to ensure completeness ahead of close milestones.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Degree in Accounting/Finance
• Professional qualifications (eg, ACCA/CPA) are an advantage.

Experience:

• 2–5 years accounting experience, preferably with exposure to non‑profit, social services or service-oriented organisations.
• Experience with NetSuite or similar.
• ERP systems.

Skills:

• Strong proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, lookups). - Strong analytical, organisational, and documentation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a medium-sized finance team.

Attributes:

• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.
• Demonstrate high integrity and ethical standards- Self-motivated, attentive to detail with good time management skills.