Accounting Assistant

RMA CONSULTANTS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced accountant to manage accounting transactions, prepare budget forecasts, and publish financial statements in a timely manner. Ideal candidates should have a degree in accounting or finance, strong analytical skills, and experience with accounting software such as FreshBooks and QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year work experience as an accountant.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting transactions.
• Prepare budget forecasts.
• Publish financial statements in time.

Skills

Accounting regulations knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

General ledger functions

Advanced MS Excel skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field

Additional certification (CPA or CMA)

Tools

FreshBooks

QuickBooks

Job description

JOB SCOPE

• Manage all accounting transactions
• Prepare budget forecasts
• Publish financial statements in time
• Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Ensure timely bank payments
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Report on the company’s financial situation and liquidity
• Audit financial transactions and documents
• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
• Comply with financial policies and regulations

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• At least 1 year work experience as an accountant
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Accounting, Finance or relevant degree
• Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus