Accounts Assistant

Peak Ocean Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Ocean Singapore (Headquarters) is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the Finance team with day-to-day accounting and administrative duties. The role covers AP/AR processing, data entry, invoice verification, and bank reconciliation assistance to ensure accurate financial records.

Ideal candidates have CAT/LCCI or Diploma/NITEC in accountancy with at least 2 years in AR/AP, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with the finance team.

Qualifications

• CAT, LCCI, Diploma/NITEC in accountancy are required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in AR and AP functions.
• Proficient data entry and MS Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail; team player.
• Able to work independently with strong attention to detail.
• Team player and able to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and payment requests.
• Prepare payment vouchers and maintain supporting documents.
• Record vendor invoices in the accounting system accurately.
• Assist in accounts payable/receivable and reconcile records.
• Support bank reconciliation and financial reporting tasks.
• Provide admin support to the Finance team.
• Maintain filing and records in SharePoint.
• Provide administrative support to the Finance team and coordinate with departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Team player

Independent worker

Education

CAT

LCCI

Diploma/NITEC in Accountancy

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

QuickBooks

Job description

The Accounts Assistant provides operational accounting support to the Finance team at Peak Ocean Singapore (Headquarters). This role is responsible for performing day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks, including processing invoices, maintaining financial records, supporting accounts payable and receivable functions, and assisting with financial reconciliations.

This position focuses primarily on operational accounting and administrative finance tasks, working closely with the Finance team to ensure timely processing of financial transactions and proper documentation.

1. Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices and payment requests in accordance with company procedures.
• Prepare payment vouchers and maintain supporting documentation.
• Record vendor invoices in the accounting system accurately and promptly.
• Assist in maintaining records of outstanding payables.

2. Accounts Receivable

• Prepare and issue client invoices as instructed by the Finance team.
• Update records of payments received from clients.
• Assist in monitoring accounts receivable balances and follow up on outstanding invoices when required.

3. Data Entry and Recordkeeping

• Perform accurate data entry of financial transactions into the accounting system.

• Verifies supplier Invoices, staff expense claims, identifies cost centre and records entries into system
• Maintains proper filing and records in SharePoint

4. Bank Reconciliation Support

• Assist in bank reconciliation and verification of transactions.
• Support reconciliation of accounts and financial records as instructed by the Finance team.
• Highlight discrepancies for review by the Accounting Manager.

5. Financial Reporting Support

• Assist in compiling financial data for monthly reports.
• Support preparation of accounts receivable ageing reports and financial schedules.
• Provide documentation required for audit and internal review.

6. Administrative and Operational Support

• Provide administrative support to the Finance team.
• Coordinate with internal departments on finance-related matters when required.
• Perform other basic accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
• Performs other accounting and administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

• CAT, LCCI, Diploma/NITEC in accountancy
• Minimum 2 years' experience in AR, AP functions
• Proficient in data entry and management
• Proficient with MS Office, in particular MS Excel
• Knowledge of Quick Book accounting software is an advantage.
• Able to work independently and has strong attention to detail
• Team player
• Able to start work immediately