Accounting Manager

THE GOOD SAMARITAN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial organization in Singapore is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial management and reporting. Responsibilities include managing accounts, improving controls, and leading a finance team. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, at least 10 years of experience, and strong knowledge of accounting standards. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional development support

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience managing full sets of accounts and month-end close.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax/GST compliance.
• Proven leadership: ability to mentor, review work, and drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full set of accounts and ensure timely, accurate month-end and year-end close.
• Establish and strengthen internal controls; maintain accounting policies and SOPs.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Accounting standards knowledge

Analytical mindset

Leadership

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Professional certification (e.g., CPA/ACCA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Xero

QBO

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as an Accounting Manager

We’re excited to invite a driven, detail-oriented professional to join our team as an Accounting Manager. If you’re passionate about building strong financial controls, leading teams, and delivering timely, accurate reporting, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Financial Management and Reporting
  • Manage the full set of accounts and ensure timely, accurate month-end and year-end close.
  • Prepare management reports, financial statements, and variance/KPI analyses.
  • Develop supporting schedules for audit and ensure audit readiness.
• Controls, Compliance, and Governance
  • Establish and strengthen internal controls; maintain accounting policies and SOPs.
  • Oversee financial control and internal audit activities; ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and tax/GST regulations.
  • Investigate discrepancies and maintain strict confidentiality and data security.
• AP/AR, Billing, and Cash
  • Oversee AP/AR cycles, billing accuracy, credit notes, and dispute resolution.
  • Resolve discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders with business units.
  • Manage weekly payment runs, COD collections, bank reconciliations, and cash book updates.
  • Lead cash flow management and forecasting; optimize working capital.
• Cost and Inventory Management
  • Drive cost control initiatives and margin improvement.
  • Oversee inventory control and valuation; coordinate stock counts and reconcile to the GL.
• Systems and Process Improvement
  • Maintain accurate accounting data in the ERP; improve finance processes and system workflows.
  • Lead or support ERP and automation initiatives to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Leadership and Collaboration
  • Lead and develop a high-performing finance team; review work of assistants and analysts.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (sales, ops, procurement) to resolve issues and support business decisions.
  • Handle ad-hoc analyses and special projects as assigned.
• Taxation and Statutory
  • Prepare and submit GST/VAT returns on a quarterly basis; ensure timely compliance.
  • Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and regulators as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, professional certification (e.g., CPA/ACCA) is a plus.
• 10 years of relevant experience managing full sets of accounts and month-end close.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax/GST compliance.
• Hands-on experience with ERPs and accounting tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Xero, QBO).
• Analytical mindset, excellent attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proven leadership: ability to mentor, review work, and drive performance.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Professional development, certifications support, and clear growth paths.
• Collaborative culture with opportunities to lead meaningful initiatives.