Accounting Assistant

GLOBAL TRANSIT TRADING (S) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance coverage

Dental insurance coverage

Annual leave and statutory leave entit

Job summary

GLOBAL TRANSIT TRADING (S) PTE. LTD. is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Officer to join our Finance & Accounting team in Singapore.

The role covers full accounting for the Singapore entities and overseas subsidiaries, including AP/AR, bookkeeping, and financial reporting. You will assist with payroll, CPF, GST, IRAS matters, and prepare documentation for audits. Applicants should be organised, able to handle multiple entities, and collaborate with stakeholders across borders.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Familiarity with Singapore accounting and statutory requirements, including CPF, GST, and IRAS matters.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems will be an advantage.
• Good numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Account Manager in managing the full set of accounts for the Group's Singapore entities and overseas subsidiaries.
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Perform bookkeeping and maintain accurate accounting records for offices across various countries.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities and prepare accounts for the Singapore office and overseas entities related to Singapore.
• Prepare and maintain account schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure accounting transactions are accurately recorded and properly supported.
• Regulate and monitor company purchases in accordance with internal procedures.
• Verify invoices, supporting documents, and payment requests before processing.
• Process and monitor local and overseas payments as required.
• Monitor and record payments relating to agent commissions.
• Assist with payroll-related matters and ensure accurate processing of employee salary information.
• Handle matters relating to CPF, GST, IRAS , and other applicable statutory requirements.
• Support the preparation and submission of relevant financial and statutory documentation.
• Process and verify employee expense claims, travel claims, and other reimbursements.
• Maintain accurate records of employee-related financial transactions.
• Provide general accounting and administrative support to the Finance & Accounting team.
• Coordinate with internal departments, overseas offices, vendors, banks, auditors, and other external parties when required.
• Assist with audits, financial reporting, and other accounting-related projects.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department or Management.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organised

Multitasking

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for adetail-oriented and organised Accounting Officer to join our Finance& Accounting team. The successful candidate will support the AccountManager in managing accounting activities for our Singapore office and overseassubsidiaries.

This role involves hands‑onaccounting work across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bookkeeping,financial reporting, payroll, CPF, GST, IRAS matters, employee claims, andpayment administration . The ideal candidate should be comfortable managingmultiple entities and working with colleagues and stakeholders across differentcountries.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Support the Account Manager in managing the full set of accounts for the Group's Singapore entities and overseas subsidiaries.
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) .
• Perform bookkeeping and maintain accurate accounting records for offices across various countries.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities and prepare accounts for the Singapore office and overseas entities related to Singapore.
• Prepare and maintain account schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure accounting transactions are accurately recorded and properly supported.

Payments & Purchasing

• Regulate and monitor company purchases in accordance with internal procedures.
• Verify invoices, supporting documents, and payment requests before processing.
• Process and monitor local and overseas payments as required.
• Monitor and record payments relating to agent commissions.

Payroll & Statutory Matters

• Assist with payroll-related matters and ensure accurate processing of employee salary information.
• Handle matters relating to CPF, GST, IRAS , and other applicable statutory requirements.
• Support the preparation and submission of relevant financial and statutory documentation.

Employee Claims &Administrative Support

• Process and verify employee expense claims, travel claims, and other reimbursements.
• Ensure claims are properly supported by receipts and relevant documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of employee-related financial transactions.
• Provide general accounting and administrative support to the Finance & Accounting team.

Other Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal departments, overseas offices, vendors, banks, auditors, and other external parties when required.
• Assist with audits, financial reporting, and other accounting-related projects.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department or Management.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping, AP, AR, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with Singapore accounting and statutory requirements , including CPF, GST, and IRAS matters.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office , particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems will be an advantage.
• Good numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Highly organised with good record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and entities simultaneously.
• Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively with the wider team.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and accountability when handling financial information.

Skills & Attributes

• Detail-oriented and highly accurate
• Organised and systematic
• Able to multitask and prioritise effectively
• Responsible and reliable
• Comfortable handling confidential financial information
• Proactive and willing to learn
• Able to work in a fast‑paced, international business environment
• A strong team player with good communication skills

What You Can Expect

You will have the opportunity towork across Singapore and international group entities , gaining broadexposure to accounting, finance, and business operations within a globaltrading environment.

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Annual leave and statutory leave entitlements
• CPF contributions in accordance with Singapore regulations
• Exposure to international accounting and finance operations
• Opportunities for professional growth and skills development

If you are an organised,detail-oriented, and hands‑on accounting professional looking for a rolewith broad responsibilities and international exposure, we would be pleased tohear from you.