ACCOUNTANT ASSISTANT

INNOCORE ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is looking for an experienced accountant to manage a full set of accounts and prepare financial reports. The role requires ensuring compliance with local accounting standards, managing inventory, and guiding junior staff. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in accounting functions and process improvement, along with strong analytical skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to financial strategy and operations.

Qualifications

• Experience managing full set accounts and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of local accounting standards.
• Ability to guide and supervise junior staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage full set of accounts for assigned entities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards and GST filings.
• Support inventory management and project cost reporting.
• Guide junior staff and identify process improvement opportunities.

Skills

Full set accounting

Financial reporting

Compliance

Inventory management

Process improvement

Job description

1. Full Set Accounting & General Ledger

• Manage full set of accounts for assigned entities.
• Prepare and maintain P&L and balance sheet schedules; reconcile intercompany balances.
• Post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, payroll, fixed assets, depreciation, and month-end adjustments.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of transactions.
• Maintain and update the accounting system.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.

2. Month-End, Quarter-End & Year-End Closing

• Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support cashflow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documents for audits and reviews.

3. Statutory Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements.
• Prepare GST filings (G5 / G7) in line with IRAS regulations.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and corporate secretaries as needed.
• Respond to audit or taxation queries and provide supporting documents.

4. Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Support inventory management, including stock movements, valuation, and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams on month-end stock verification and adjustments.
• Assist with project cost reporting and operational analytics.

5. Supervision & Process Improvement

• Guide and review work of junior accounts staff to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure timely completion of month-end closing tasks by junior staff.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and workflows.

6. Other Finance Duties

• Manage petty cash claims and reconciliations.
• Process payment transactions (bank transfers / GIRO).
• Provide ad-hoc financial analyses and support projects assigned by the Finance Manager.