Accounts Assistant

CHUAN LIM CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced individual for an accounting role. Responsibilities include corporate secretarial matters, tax computations, and ensuring timely financial reporting. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and have at least 2 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office, especially Excel, is required. The role demands strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. A can-do attitude and the ability to work independently are essential for success.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of working experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Good knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards is essential.
• Thorough grasp of basic accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare resolutions for AGM, governance filings, and attend board meetings.
• Ensure timely financial reporting and month-end closing.
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns for review.

Skills

Account Management

Month-end closing

Financial reports

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

ACCA or CPA certification (a plus)

Tools

QuickBooks

Ms Office

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Description:

• Corporate secretarial matters such as preparing resolutions for AGM, annual return filing (XBRL) with ACRA & Vistra, attending board meetings, change in auditor/director, economic substance filing via DITC portal and Vistra etc.
• Familiar with tax computation (Form C & ECI) in Singapore, preferably possess knowledge of tax return in HongKong as well.
• Ensure timely, accurate month-end closing and financial reporting to Management
• Assist in the preparation and closing of monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual financial statements
• Responsible for accounting processess and task (i.e.: AP & AR process, GL, account reconciliation, etc)
• Coordinate and liaise with internal parties to support intercompany activities
• Support forecasting and budgeting exercise including monitoring of expenditures as per corporate guidelines
• Report on the company's financial health and liquidity
• Compute taxes and prepare tax returns for review by tax agents
• Coordinate and liaise with external parties like external auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial agents, local tax and government authorities where required
• Support and ensure compliance with all finance filling requirements, tax filling requirement (GST/CIT, etc), audits, procedures and forms both statutory and internal
• Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
• Assist in new processes and system implementation when required

Job Requirement

Job Requirement:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, professional certification (e.g. ACCA or CPA) is a plus, Diploma holder with sufficient working experience may be considered
• At least 2 years of working experience, experience in Construction/Building industry will be added advantage
• Good working knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards
• Well-versed in Ms Office especially Ms Excel including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks accounting software
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles
• A self-starter who is able to plan, organise and take initiative to meet job objectives and deadlines independently
• Can-do attitude, driven and passionate about work
• Accuracy, strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Willing to work at Senoko Area

Candidates with more years of experience will be considered for more senior position.

Interested applicants are invited to apply with their comprehensive resume, stating current and expected salary via APPLY NOW.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Tell employers what skills you have

• Account Management
• Month-end closing
• Sales
• Accounts Payable
• Advertising
• Social Media
• Financial reports
• Marketing Strategy
• Job Descriptions
• Marketing
• Accounts Receivable
• Financial Statements
• New Business Development
• On time
• Management