Accounts Assistant

MAJU GARDEN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden company in Singapore is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to manage financial records and support various accounting functions. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in Accounting or Finance, familiarity with accounting software, and strong organizational skills. This position provides opportunities for career advancement into more senior roles in accounting.

Qualifications

• A diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in managing financial data and transactions.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients, suppliers, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including sales, purchases, and expenses.
• Process invoices, verify payments, and ensure timely payments to suppliers while monitoring customer accounts.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements.
• Provide clerical support including data entry, filing, and handling communications regarding financial matters.
• Work closely with accountants and other financial staff to compile and analyze data.

Skills

Financial Record Management

Transaction Processing

Report Preparation

Administrative Support

Collaboration

Education

Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Xero

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Record Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including sales, purchases, and expenses.
• Transaction Processing: Process invoices, verify payments, and ensure timely payments to suppliers while monitoring customer accounts and following up on outstanding payments.
• Report Preparation: Assist in preparing financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements, and help with budget preparations by gathering financial data and analyzing past performance.
• Administrative Support: Provide clerical support, including data entry, filing, and handling communications with clients and vendors regarding financial matters.
• Collaboration: Work closely with accountants and other financial staff to compile and analyze data, support audits, and resolve discrepancies.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Educational Background: A diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Accounting Knowledge: Familiarity with basic bookkeeping and accounting principles, as well as experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero).
• Attention to Detail: High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in managing financial data and transactions.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients, suppliers, and team members.

This position serves as a foundational role in the accounting field, providing opportunities for career advancement into more senior accounting positions with further experience and qualifications.