Accounting Manager

FOSI CONSULTANTS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting consultancy in Singapore is seeking an experienced accountant to oversee accounts receivable and payable processes. Responsibilities include managing billing, supervising tax invoicing, and ensuring compliance with Singapore accounting standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in accountancy and at least 8 years of relevant experience, particularly in the construction industry. This position provides opportunities for leadership and collaboration with cross-border teams, especially those in China.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accountancy, LCCI or equivalent.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant accounting experience, including supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
• Sound knowledge of Singapore GST Act and Income Tax Act (ITA).
• Familiarity with FRS 115 and experience in the construction industry is highly preferred.
• Proactive, meticulous, and analytical, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and a positive learning attitude.
• Experience in cross-border financial operations, particularly with China-based HQ, is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination with project teams on quotation and billing matters.
• Supervise the issuance of tax invoices and monitor timely collection.
• Ensure proper handling and depositing of cheques when applicable.
• Manage and approve supplier and subcontractor payment processes in both Singapore and China accounting systems.
• Oversee staff reimbursement claims and ensure accurate and timely processing in both local and China HQ systems.
• Review and ensure timely preparation of GST reports in compliance with Singapore GST regulations.
• Supervise the preparation and posting of journal entries, including recurring entries, depreciation, and accruals.
• Review audit schedules and liaise with external auditors during annual statutory audits.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes in accordance with Singapore standards and China HQ requirements.
• Maintain and improve the accounting document filing system.
• Provide leadership in resolving other accounting-related matters as assigned.

Job description

Job Description

Accounts Receivable

• Oversee coordination with project teams on quotation and billing matters;
• Supervise the issuance of tax invoices and monitor timely collection;
• Ensure proper handling and depositing of cheques when applicable.

Accounts Payable

• Manage and approve supplier and subcontractor payment processes in both Singapore and China accounting systems;
• Oversee staff reimbursement claims and ensure accurate and timely processing in both local and China HQ systems.

General Accounting & Compliance

• Review and ensure timely preparation of GST reports in compliance with Singapore GST regulations;
• Supervise the preparation and posting of journal entries, including recurring entries, depreciation, and accruals;
• Review audit schedules and liaise with external auditors during annual statutory audits;
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes in accordance with Singapore standards and China HQ requirements;
• Maintain and improve the accounting document filing system;
• Provide leadership in resolving other accounting-related matters as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accountancy, LCCI or equivalent;
• Minimum 8 years of relevant accounting experience, including supervisory or managerial responsibilities;
• Sound knowledge of Singapore GST Act and Income Tax Act (ITA);
• Familiarity with FRS 115 and experience in the construction industry is highly preferred.
• Proactive, meticulous, and analytical, with strong problem-solving skills;
• Strong communication skills and a positive learning attitude;
• Experience in cross-border financial operations, particularly with China-based HQ, is an advantage.