Accountant, Corporate Finance

EMPLOYMENT AND EMPLOYABILITY INSTITUTE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EMPLOYMENT AND EMPLOYABILITY INSTITUTE PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Accountant in Corporate Finance to manage day-to-day finance operations and lead month-end and year-end closing activities.

This role requires strong accounting knowledge, governance compliance, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years in core accounting functions, familiarity with SAP S/4HANA, and the ability to deliver accurate financial reporting and tax

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably within a public sector environment.
• Hands-on exposure in General Ledger, audit, bank reconciliation, GST, and corporate tax.
• Knowledge and hands on experience in SAP S/4 accounting system is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger accounts, review journals, accruals, provisions, and reclassifications.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial reports and management/board presentations with variance analysis.
• Support GST and corporate tax submissions and related compliance.
• Coordinate audits and respond to audit queries; assist in policies and procedures updates.
• Drive system enhancements and SAP S/4HANA initiatives; improve internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Time management

Education

Degree in Accountancy or equivalent accounting qualification

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Accountant of Corporate Finance team supports the smooth running of finance day-to-day operations as well as month-end and financial year-end closing activities.

General Ledger and Month‑End Closing

• Maintain accurate and complete General Ledger accounts, including review of journals, accruals, provisions, and reclassifications.
• Perform timely month‑end, quarter‑end, and financial year‑end closing activities in accordance with accounting standards and internal timelines.
• Ensure proper documentation and audit trail for all GL entries and adjustments.

Bank and Cash Management

• Perform regular bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Monitor bank balances, cash movements, and ensure accurate posting of bank‑related transactions.
• Prepare and maintain bank mandates, including documentation for account opening, closure, changes to signatories, and mandate updates. Maintain proper records and documentation of approved bank mandates for audit and compliance purposes.
• Coordinate internal approval workflows for bank mandates and ensure submissions are completed in accordance with delegated authority and governance requirements.
• Liaise with banks and stakeholders on bank account administration, signatories, bank mandate and operational matters.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare quarterly and annual financial reports and presentation slides for Management and Board, including variance analysis and explanatory notes.
• Support preparation of schedules and workings for statutory reporting and audits.

GST and Corporate Tax

• Support the review and timely submission of GST and corporate tax returns, ensuring compliance with prevailing regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain GST schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for audit and regulatory review.
• Manage corporate tax computations, including preparation of tax schedules and supporting analysis.
• Liaise with tax agents, auditors, and internal stakeholders on GST and corporate tax matters, including queries and reviews.
• Support tax audits, reviews, and information requests from authorities, ensuring accuracy and completeness of submissions.

Audit and Compliance

• Independently manage and coordinate statutory audits, ensuring timely completion and compliance with audit requirements.
• Support internal and external financial audit requests, including preparation of audit schedules and responses to audit queries.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating finance policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational clarity.

Systems and Process Improvement

• Support system enhancements, IT‑related projects, and finance process improvements, including SAP S/4HANA initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls and improve efficiency in GL and bank processes.

Stakeholder Management and Team Support

• Liaise with internal departments and external parties to provide accounting advice and operational support.
• Provide guidance and knowledge sharing to team members where required.

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably within a public sector environment.
• Hands‑on exposure in areas of General Ledger, audit, bank reconciliation, GST, and corporate tax.
• Knowledge and hands on experience in SAP S/4 accounting system is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Comfortable navigating structured governance and administrative processes, with a pragmatic approach to compliance and a clear focus on delivering outcomes.
• Positive and resourceful individual with strong active listening skills to gather information and anticipate next steps.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and possess strong attention to details and financial acumen.
• Excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multi‑task, prioritise, and deliver accurate work under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Good written communication skills, with attention to detail and clarity.
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all aspects of work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel& PowerPoint.

Only Singaporeans may apply.
Designation and salary will commensurate with experience.
We will only contact shortlisted candidates.