Accounting Manager

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading and sustainability firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial accounting and reporting operations. This role offers the opportunity to lead an accounting team, manage cash flows, and ensure compliance with financial regulations in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a degree in accounting or finance, at least 15 years of relevant experience, and strong leadership and analytical skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and insurance coverage

Generous annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years working experience in accounting.
• Proven experience in financial accounting and reporting.
• Ability to conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting team in daily functions.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with local financial regulations.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Detail-oriented

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Accounting/Commerce/Business or Chartered Accountant

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

About the role

As the Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the company's financial accounting and reporting operations. This Contract to full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and contribute to the continued growth and success of our organisation.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and manage accounting team for daily accounting functions
• Monitor and review timely monthly, quarterly, annual financial statements and management reports.
• Oversee Inventory record, Fixed Asset schedule and Audit schedule
• Handle monthly GST submission, annual corporate tax returns, and other statutory filings.
• Supervise and review performance of accounting team
• Manage business cash flows for forecasting and budget planning
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to provide insights and recommendations to management to support business strategy.
• Implement policies, procedures, and safeguards to ensure the integrity of financial data, prevent fraud, and mitigate risks.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and statutory bodies, ensuring compliance with local financial and tax regulations.
• Initiate the system enhancement and process improvement for work efficiency.
• Ad‑hoc task assigned by management.

What we’re looking for

• Degree in Accounting/Commerce/Business or Chartered Accountant
• At least 15 years working experience in relevant capacity
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results.
• Detail‑oriented, analytical mindset, with a focus on accuracy and problem‑solving.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience in ERP system and accounting software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with Management and stakeholders

What we offer

We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health and insurance coverage
• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Team‑building activities and social events

We are a privately owned group involve in international trading and sustainability‑related business activities. Operating in a hands‑on, operations‑driven environment, the organisation is strengthening its finance function to support business growth, enhance financial discipline and improve internal governance and controls.