Accounting Executive, Payable/Receivable

Allinton Engineering & Trading Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking an Accounting Executive to manage accounts payable and receivable. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, performing month-end closing, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and have experience in the construction industry. Familiarity with accounting software such as SAP or QuickBooks is required.

Qualifications

• Professional certifications (e.g., LCCI, CAT, ACCA Foundation) are an advantage.
• Must have experience in the construction industry.
• Good knowledge of double-entry accounting principles and financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Assign account codes to all transactions in the accounting system.
• Perform month-end closing activities.
• Record and process all business transactions.

Skills

Accounting principles

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Accounting Executive, Payable/Receivable

Allinton Engineering & Trading Pte. Ltd. – Central Singapore

The Accounts Executive for payable and receivables reports to the Assistant Finance Manager to support the finance department in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department. He/She covers duties such as work that is specific to accounts receivable, accounts payable, tax filing, data compilation, billing, payroll or other accounting tasks. He/She works specifically with accruals, fixed assets accounting or the monthly and yearly finalisation of accounts for audit purposes. He/She assists with the preparation of trial balance, basic financial statements and simple consolidated financial statements. He/She may be called on to participate in ad-hoc finance-related projects and systems testing when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assign account codes to all transactions in the accounting system.
• Calculate customer/supplier account balances and reconcile with totals.
• Compile the relevant business documentation used in banking processes.
• Enter accurate and timely data into the accounting system.
• Maintain accurate financial records and statements.
• Perform month‑end closing activities.
• Record and process all business transactions within the organisation's accounting system using principles of double‑entry accounting.
• Record transactions and events relating to inventory, accruals, prepayments, capital structure and finance costs.
• Record transactions and events relating to sales, purchases, receivables, payables and cash.
• Retrieve system reports from the accounting system for management use.
• Use relevant IT systems and tools effectively for data analysis.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., LCCI, CAT, ACCA Foundation) are an advantage.
• Must have experience dealing in construction industry
• Experienced with accounting systems such as SAP, QuickBooks, Xero, or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of double‑entry accounting principles and financial processes.
• Understanding of accounts receivable/payable functions, billing cycles, and reconciliation practices.
• Familiar with GST regulations and basic tax filing requirements.
• Awareness of internal controls and audit processes.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with suppliers, customers, internal teams, and auditors.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced accounting or finance department.