Accountant/ Accounts Executive

Hongkong Land Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate company in Singapore is seeking an Accounts Executive/Accountant to handle daily accounting and finance operations for a private real estate fund. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant experience in real estate or fund accounting, a strong focus on details, and proficiency in financial and accounting systems including advanced Excel. Duties include processing vendor invoices, financial reporting, and assisting with tax filings. This role supports compliance and investor reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• 2 - 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in real estate or fund accounting.
• Knowledge of IFRS (preferred), SFRS and local accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, entity-related expenses, and management fees.
• Assist in preparation of tax computations and filings for all entities within the group.
• Prepare monthly GST reconciliations and submission.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Fund accounting systems

Financial systems

Job description

Scope

The Accounts Executive/Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting and finance operations for a private real estate fund and its related entities (asset management and property management). This role ensures accurate bookkeeping, timely payments, and preparation of financial reports, supporting compliance and investor reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

• Process vendor invoices, entity-related expenses, and management fees
• Prepare and execute payment runs; ensure proper approvals and documentation
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate cash records
• Record journal entries for accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions
• Prepare monthly GST reconciliations and submission
• Financial reporting
• Assist in monthly and quarterly closing activities
• Prepare trial balances and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Compile property-level financial data for consolidation
• Assist in preparing management reports and investor packs
• Prepare monthly reporting to Group Finance
• Support preparation of financial statements for review by Finance Manager / Senior Finance Manager
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for year-end audits
• Ensure proper filing and documentation for internal controls
• Support internal audit reviews as required

Tax

• Assist in preparation of tax computations and filings for all entities within the group
• Liaise with tax advisors for compliance matters
• Ensure timely and accurate filing and payment of all taxes

Investor Reporting & Materials

• Provide data for quarterly investor reports and presentations
• Ensure accuracy of figures in investor deliverables

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2 - 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in real estate or fund accounting.
• Knowledge of IFRS (preferred), SFRS and local accounting standards.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in financial systems and advanced Excel skills
• Familiarity with fund accounting systems is an advantage