Accountant (Maternity Cover)

MOLYCOP SINGAPORE TRADING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate records. The successful candidate will handle accounts payable, sales invoicing, and asset management efficiently. With strong attention to detail and experience in financial operations, you will ensure the accuracy of invoices and support the finance team in meeting financial objectives. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor and intercompany invoices for accuracy and timely payment.
• Record payments and receipts journals accurately.
• Generate sales invoices promptly.
• Post entries to the General Ledger and prepare journal entries.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.
• Assist with bank documents and LC applications.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Proficiency in accounting software

Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy or related field

Tools

Microsoft D365

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Summary

The Accountant will play a key role in managing day‑to‑day financial transactions and maintaining accurate financial records. This position requires a professional with strong attention to detail who can handle multiple accounting functions, from processing invoices to reconciling bank accounts. The successful candidate will support the finance team in achieving the company’s financial objectives through efficient handling of accounts payable, sales invoicing, and asset management.

Role Accountabilities

1. Vendor Invoice and Payment Processing

• Manage and process vendor and intercompany invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment.
• Coordinate with departments to verify invoices and ensure proper authorization.
• Handle payment processing, track outstanding payables, and resolve any payment discrepancies.

2. Prepare Payment and Receipt Journals and Perform Bank Reconciliations

• Record payments and receipts journals accurately.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare bank reconciliation reports.

3. Sales Invoicing

• Generate sales invoices to clients promptly.
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure accuracy in billings.

4. General Ledger

• Post entries to the General Ledger (GL) and ensure alignment with financial transactions.
• Prepare journal entries for accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
• Assist in month‑end closing activities.

5. Administrative Support

• Provide general administrative support to the finance team, including filing, document management, and assisting with financial audits.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports.

6. Bank Document and Letter of Credit

• Assist with bank documents and LC applications.
• Handle LC presentation and discounting processes.
• Ensure accurate records and compliance with banking requirements.

7. Ad‑Hoc Tasks

• Undertake additional tasks as assigned to support financial operations.
• Adapt to changing priorities and contribute proactively to team efforts.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Degree in Accountancy or related field.

Experience: 3‑5 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting roles.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Microsoft D365, SAP, Oracle).
• Strong command of Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and power query.

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy and completeness in all financial transactions.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Problem‑Solving: Aptitude for identifying discrepancies and resolving payment and reconciliation issues.
• Teamwork: Capable of collaborating within a team and supporting team objectives.

Personal Attributes

• Meticulous, proactive, reliable and responsible.