Accounts Assistant

Jin Yan Cheng Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore is seeking a detail-oriented Account Assistant to support daily accounting operations. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling financial documents, and assisting in month-end closing activities. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in accounting, experience in the F&B industry, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of relevant experience in accounting roles.
• Experience in the F&B industry is a MUST.
• Proficiency in Chinese is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Input daily accounting transactions accurately into the accounting system.
• Assist in processing accounts payable and receivable.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies.
• Support the Finance team in month-end and year-end closings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Organizational abilities

Education

Diploma in Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Account Assistant to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, including data entry, accounts payable/receivable processes, sales report reconciliation, and financial documentation. The candidate should have hands‑on experience with accounting software , demonstrate a high level of accuracy, and possess good communication and organizational skills. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth financial operation of our outlets and supports both monthly and annual closing activities.

Job Description:

As an Account Assistant, your key responsibilities will include:

1. Daily Transactions & Data Entry

   • Input daily accounting transactions accurately into the accounting system.

2. Accounts Payable & Receivable

   • Assist in processing and maintaining AP and AR records.

   • Generate and process vendor payments in a timely manner.

3. Vendor Liaison

   • Communicate with vendors to resolve any billing discrepancies or issues.

4. Document Sorting & Management
   Collect, sort, and organize financial documents from multiple outlets.

   • Handle documents such as:

     • Daily sales reports

     • Accounts receivables

     • Accounts payables

5. Sales Reporting

   • Download and compile sales reports from the cloud-based point-of-sale system.

6. Reconciliation

   • Reconcile AR accounts, verify discrepancies, and ensure accuracy in reporting.

7. Month-End & Year-End Closings

   • Support the Finance team in closing procedures.

   • Assist in preparing documentation for audits and reports.

8. Filing & Record Keeping
   Maintain an organized filing system of financial documents and records for compliance and audit purposes.

9. Ad Hoc Support

   • Perform other tasks and assignments as required by Senior Management.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Accounting, LCCI, or equivalent certification.

• Minimum 1–3 years of relevant experience in accounting roles.

• Experience in maintaining a full set of accounts is a plus.

• MUST have experience in the F&B industry.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).

• Familiar with accounting software.

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Proficiency in Chinese is an added advantage to liaise with Chinese‑speaking vendors or colleagues.

• Meticulous with strong attention to detail.
  Excellent time management and organizational abilities.

• Eagerness to learn and a positive, can‑do attitude.