ACCOUNTING MANAGER

bright power works pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

bright power works pte. ltd. is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the finance department, overseeing financial, accounting, and taxation operations. You will ensure robust internal controls, accurate statutory reporting, and strategic financial insights to support business growth.

Based in Singapore, you will manage month-end close, budgeting, cash flow, tax compliance, audits, and process improvements while leveraging Xero/ERP and advanced Excel for data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or professional accounting qualifications.
• 5–7 years in accounting/finance, with 2+ years in a managerial role (Singapore experience preferred).
• Solid knowledge of SFRS, tax laws, and GST requirements.
• High proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; advanced Excel/Google Workspace data analysis.
• Strong analytical, leadership and communication skills with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting, GL, AP, AR, and fixed asset registers.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closes with reconciliations and analyses.
• Manage budgeting, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Ensure compliance with GST, IRAS, and ACRA regulations; liaise with auditors.
• Strengthen internal controls and drive finance digitalization (Xero/MYOB/ERP).

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Excel/Google Sheets

Accounting software

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree / professional accounting qualification

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a meticulous and results-driven Accounting Manager to lead our finance department and oversee all financial, accounting, and taxation operations. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring robust internal financial controls, maintaining accurate statutory financial reporting, and providing strategic financial insights to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & General Ledger Management

• Oversee the full spectrum of financial and management accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and fixed asset registers.

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).

• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses.

2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management

• Partner with management to develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections to optimize liquidity and capital allocation.

• Monitor operational expenditures, track financial performance against budgets, and identify cost-saving opportunities or financial risks.

3. Taxation, Audit & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with corporate tax regulations, GST filings (IRAS), and statutory reporting requirements in Singapore.

• Act as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial firms, and banking institutions.

• Oversee statutory submissions and compliance with ACRA and other regulatory bodies.

4. Internal Controls & Process Improvements

• Implement, review, and strengthen internal accounting controls, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to safeguard company assets.

• Drive digitalization and process improvements within the finance workflow, leveraging accounting software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks) and ERP systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CA Singapore, CPA).

• Minimum 5 to 7 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role (corporate experience in Singapore preferred).

• Strong working knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), corporate tax laws, and GST regulations.

• High proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel / Google Workspace data analysis.

• Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.