Accounting & Finance Associate

Nimbus; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Nimbus in Singapore seeks an Accounting and Finance Associate to support the Finance Manager in upholding accounting policies and procedures.

The role is hybrid in Singapore with responsibilities spanning month-end closing, financial reporting, GST and Singapore tax compliance, and coordination with auditors and authorities. Ideal candidates have a diploma in accounting/finance and 3–4 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Accountancy/Finance or equivalent.
• CPA/ACCA qualifications are a plus.
• Strong attention to detail in financial data.
• Good working knowledge of IFRS.
• Preferably 3–4 years of accounting experience.
• Meticulous, independent and well‑developed interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports.
• Ensure timely, accurate month‑end closing and financial reporting to management and investors.
• Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• Prepare and file GST returns on a quarterly basis.
• Prepare the Singapore Income Tax Return (Form C) and related tax computations.
• Coordinate with external auditors, corporate secretarial agents, local tax and government authorities as required.
• Support compliance with all finance filing, tax filing, audits, procedures and forms.
• Document financial transactions by entering account information.
• Summarize current financial status by preparing balance sheets, P&L, and other reports.
• Maintain accounting controls by recommending policies and procedures.
• Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Maintain financial security by following internal controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

IFRS knowledge

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Accountancy/Finance

CPA/ACCA (preferred)

Job description

Overview

As our Accounting and Finance Associate, you are mainly responsible for supporting the Finance Manager in ensuring the company’s accounting policies and procedures are appropriately supported and complied with.

Location

Singapore

Department

Finance

Type

Hybrid

Posted On

March 28, 2024

Job Duties

• Assist with providing financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; preparing reports.
• Ensure timely, accurate month-end closing and financial reporting to the management and investors.
• Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• Prepare and file GST returns on a quarterly basis.
• Prepare the Singapore Income Tax Return (Form C) and its relevant detailed tax computation.
• Coordinate and liaise with external parties like external auditors, corporate secretarial agents, local tax and government authorities where required.
• Support and ensure compliance with all finance filing requirements, tax filing requirements, audits, procedures and forms both statutory and internal.
• Document financial transactions by entering account information.
• Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
• Summarize current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports.
• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents.
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
• Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Secure financial information by completing database backups.
• Maintain financial security by following internal controls.
• Prepare payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
• Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
• Comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
• Prepare special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Maintain the firm’s confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.

What skills do I need?

• Diploma in Accountancy/Finance or its equivalent
• Professional accounting qualifications (CPA, ACCA) will be a good addition
• Strong attention to details
• Good working knowledge of the IFRS
• Preferably possessing a minimum 3-4 years of accounting experience
• Meticulous, independent and good interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills