Accounting & Administrative Officer

Alliance 21 Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore seeks an accountant to support its Corporate Finance department. The role involves managing accounts receivables and payables, preparing financial statements, and conducting credit checks. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic finance team.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Proactive and resourceful with the ability to work independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Corporate Finance department with accounting tasks.
• Manage accounts receivables and payables.
• Monitor invoice processing and month-end closing.
• Conduct credit checks on new accounts.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and GST returns.

Skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of accounting principles

GST regulations

Financial reporting

Handling accounts receivables

Handling accounts payables

Bank reconciliations

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost analysis

Analyzing financial data

Liaising with auditors

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Job description

To support the Corporate Finance department in carrying out the accounting and administration responsibilities for the group of companies.

Manage all Accounts Receivables and Payables in alignment with the Corporate Finance department’s objectives.

Maintain and systematically store documents with proper traceability within the department.

Monitor invoice processing, month-end closing, and ensure timely collection of payments.

Conduct credit checks on new accounts.

Prepare bank reconciliations, GST returns, audit schedules, and other forecasting reports as required.

Generate monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc billing reports for customers.

Assist the CFO in liaising with external auditors, tax agents, and professional advisors on related matters.

Support the CFO in management accounting functions, including preliminary cost analysis, reconciliation, budgeting, and forecasting.

Utilize business intelligence tools to analyze, compile, and present financial and non-financial performance data for management decision-making.

Participate in ad-hoc finance-related projects and systems testing.

Coordinate day-to-day administration and housekeeping duties.

Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in financial reporting.

Proactive and resourceful with the ability to work independently.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

A positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.

Skills You Need to Excel in This Role

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, GST regulations, and financial reporting.
• Experience in handling accounts receivables, payables, and bank reconciliations.
• Familiarity with credit checks, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial data for management reporting.
• Prior experience in liaising with auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies is an advantage.

If you have the expertise and drive to contribute to a dynamic finance team, we’d love to hear from you!