Accountant (Accounts Payable)

VisionPower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Pte Ltd (VSMC); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the semiconductor manufacturing industry is seeking an Accounts Payable Accountant. This role involves managing accounts payable functions, processing invoices, and ensuring timely payments, requiring strong accounting knowledge and effective communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in AP, supporting month-end close activities and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify vendor invoices ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain AP ledger and reconcile AP accounts.
• Support month-end close activities related to accounts payable.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Job Summary: The Accounts Payable Accountant is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounts payable functions, processing invoices, ensuring timely payments and tracking capital expenditure. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong accounting knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounts Payable (AP):

• Process and verify vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and compliance with company policies and tax regulations.

• Maintain AP ledger, ensuring accurate recording of transactions and timely payments to vendors.

• Reconcile AP accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with vendors and internal departments.

• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.

• Reconciling vendor tax invoices with recorded tax amounts and ensuring accuracy for GST submission.

• Support month-end close activities related to accounts payable, including account reconciliations and accruals.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable.

• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles related to AP.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Excel.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.

• Independent, proactive with a positive and hands-on attitude.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with vendors and team members.