Accountant /Senior Accountant

FRONTIER ADVANCE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore is seeking an experienced accountant to manage financial records for a group of companies. The role involves preparing financial statements, handling month-end closings, managing foreign exchange transactions, and assisting in budgeting and forecasting. Candidates should hold a degree in Accounting or Finance and have at least 5 years of relevant experience, especially in the manufacturing industry. Proficiency in MYOB and MS Excel is essential, and fluency in English and Chinese is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Experience in audit and financial analysis, preferably in manufacturing.
• Self-motivated and proactive in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review full set of accounts for multiple companies.
• Handle month-end closing and reconciliations accurately.
• Manage foreign exchange transactions and maintain records.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting for operations.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency (MYOB)

MS Excel skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Chinese

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Diploma / Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare/Review full set of accounts for a group of companies and ensure all transactions are recorded properly in accordance with accounting standards and regulations
• Perform timely and accurate month-end closing and reconciliations, and ensure accounting schedules are updated accordingly
• Plan monthly cash flow / budget, prepare/review payments/receipts and ensure cash books are updated timely and accurately
• Prepare/Review the periodic management reports and conduct analytical review of the financial data
• Manage all foreign exchange transactions, maintain accurate records of all foreign exchange transactions and reconcile discrepancies
• Review the work of junior and peers in the accounts department, ensure day-to-day transactions are performed and recorded timely and accurately, and provide guidance as and when necessary
• Ensure complete financial records filing and backups, and reinforce financial data confidentiality when necessary
• Review purchase orders, sales invoices and related documents
• Work closely with sales and logistics personnel to monitor and update the inventory/sales/account receivables/account payables records
• Handle the yearly audit process and ensure timely tax and statutory filing
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting and analysis for operations
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and disclosure notes
• Communicate and sort out queries with external stakeholders, e.g. auditors, tax agents, banks, supplier, customers, etc.
• Optimise and improve internal controls and procedures
• Handle other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field with 5 years experience
• Working experience in audit, accounting and/or financial analysis experience, preferably in manufacturing industry
• Hands-on experience with MYOB or other accounting software
• Proficient in MS Excel skills
• Fluent in speaking and writing of English, Chinese and/or Cantonese
• Self-motivated, proactive in problem-solving and committed to continuous improvement
• Strongattention to detail and good analytical skills
• Able to work under tight deadlines and a good team player
• Frequent travel may be required