Accounts Assistant, APAC & ME

Samsonite International S.A.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsonite International S.A. in Singapore is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage the full spectrum of A/P and A/R duties. The role supports month-end closings, intercompany reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation while working in a multinational environment.

Ideal candidates hold an accounting qualification, are proficient in Excel, and have SAP exposure. Fresh graduates are welcome, with 1–3 years of relevant experience considered advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Fresh graduates encouraged; 1–3 years of accounting experience in an MNC is a plus.
• Knowledge of SAP; hands-on SAP experience is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Handle full spectrum of A/P duties: invoice recording, expense reimbursements, and GRIR matching.
• Handle full spectrum of A/R duties: issue debit/credit notes and monitor collections.
• Assist month-end closing, GL accruals, and prepayments; prepare audit schedules.
• Assist year-end closing and provide documents for auditors and tax consultants.
• Support ad-hoc assignments and projects as required.

Skills

Team player

Accountability

Resilience

Adaptability

Proactive

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

SAP

Concur

DocuWare

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who we are:

Samsonite is the worldwide leader in superior travel bags, luggage, and accessories combining notable style with the latest design technology and the utmost attention to quality and durability. For more than 100 years, Samsonite has leveraged its rich heritage to create unparalleled products that fulfill the travel lifestyle needs of conscious movers everywhere. With a portfolio of brands including Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, High Sierra, Gregory, Hartmann, and Lipault Paris, our products are sold in over 100 countries in North America, Asia, Europe and Latin America through our company-operated retail store, websites and a variety of retail partners.

About Us

Who we are:

Samsonite is the worldwide leader in superior travel bags, luggage, and accessories combining notable style with the latest design technology and the utmost attention to quality and durability. For more than 100 years, Samsonite has leveraged its rich heritage to create unparalleled products that fulfill the travel lifestyle needs of conscious movers everywhere. With a portfolio of brands including Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, High Sierra, Gregory, Hartmann, and Lipault Paris, our products are sold in over 100 countries in North America, Asia, Europe and Latin America through our company-operated retail store, websites and a variety of retail partners.

Job Description

Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for full spectrum of A/P duties: -
• Accurate and timely recording of vendor invoices and staffs' expense reimbursements
• GRIR matching, verify goods receipt invoices and liaise with logistics/ planners on discrepancies
• Verify and ensure completeness of supporting are received and stored
• Execution of weekly payments and ensure invoices are paid timely and accurately
• Monitor bank accounts and update cash book on a daily basis to ensure availability of funds before processing payments to vendors and inter-companies
• Prepare weekly cashflow forecast to ensure adequate cashflow
• Disbursement and reimbursement of petty cash
• Responsible for full spectrum of A/R duties: -
• Monthly issuance of debit/ credit notes to intercompany and third parties
• Timely recording of collections received
• Communicate with intercompany to resolve receipts discrepancies and perform reconciliation
• Initiate collections on overdue accounts
• Assist in month-end closing (GL including accruals and prepayment reversal), prepare audit schedules including bank reconciliation, intercompany reconciliation, AR/ AP relevant schedules etc.
• Assist in year-end closing and prepare documents requested by auditors and tax consultants
• Assist in ad-hoc assignments and projects as required

Job Requirements

• Diploma or higher qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Candidates with 1 to 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a multinational corporation (MNC) environment, will have an added advantage.
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred. Candidates with hands-on SAP experience will be an advantage.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles, coupled with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to manage a high volume of transactions, prioritise multiple tasks, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong team player with a high sense of accountability, resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach to work.
• Experience with SOX controls, Concur, and DocuWare will be an added advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas and functions.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

About The Team

Why you'll love working here:

• Our employees matter. As a people-focused business, we work hard to provide meaningful rewards and development opportunities for our employees, recognizing performance, and creating a supportive working environment for them, wherever they are based.
• Vibrant culture. We are committed to a diverse and rich culture, welcoming people from all walks of life. Our long-standing commitment to culture and inclusion empowers us to bring our authentic selves and unique differences to work every day.
• Socially responsible. We want to minimize our products’ impact on the environment and help create positive journeys worldwide. We do this by creating the best products using the most sustainable and innovative materials, methods, and models.

What We Value

At Samsonite, we do more than create the bags that move with our consumer, we inspire and celebrate the moments that move them. We believe we have a responsibility to the world in how we operate, the products we sell, the communities where we live and work, and how we treat the people we employ. We're as diverse as travel itself, and like travel, your journey with Samsonite presents the opportunity to be a part of something bigger and explore your passions. This is why we offer various paths for professionals and celebrate the knowledge and skills they bring to our team. We are committed to a respectful workplace that allows our team members to bring their best selves to the workplace daily.

Samsonite is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and maintaining a work environment in which all applicants, associates, customers, and other individuals are treated with dignity and respect free from unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.