Accounts Assistant

BELLS INSTITUTE OF HIGHER LEARNING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Singapore is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the finance department in maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The successful candidate will prepare invoices, record transactions, and assist with month-end closings. Ideal for those with some accounting experience or fresh graduates who are attentive to detail and can meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Some experience in accounting or admin work is preferred, fresh graduates welcome.
• Basic knowledge of Excel and accounting software is required.
• Must be careful, responsible, and good with numbers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and check invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Record daily transactions in the accounting system.
• Handle supplier payments and staff claims.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel proficiency

Ability to meet deadlines

Attention to detail

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

MYOB

Job description

Role Purpose

The Accounts Assistant supports the finance department in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies. This role will be assisting with day-to-day accounting operations, preparing reports, and supporting audits and month-end closings.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare and check invoices, receipts, and payments & refunds
• Record daily transactions in the accounting system
• Handle supplier payments and staff claims
• Follow up on customer payments
• Do simple bank and account reconciliations
• Keep proper filing of financial documents
• Help with month-end closing and reports
• Support other admin or finance tasks when needed

Requirements

• Some experience in accounting or admin work (fresh grads welcome)
• Basic knowledge of Excel and accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB)
• Careful, responsible, and good with numbers
• Able to work well with others and meet deadlines