Accounts Assistant, APAC & ME

Ask Athena; Singapore; On-site; SGD 47,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Ask Athena is seeking an Accountant to manage full spectrum of A/P and A/R activities in a fast-paced environment in Singapore. You will ensure accurate recording of invoices, reconcile intercompany items, and support month-end close with audit-ready schedules.

The ideal candidate has a accounting diploma or higher, SAP experience is a plus, and can prioritize a high volume of transactions while maintaining accuracy. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Record vendor invoices and staff expense reimbursements accurately and timely.
• Perform GR/IR matching and liaise with logistics on discrepancies.
• Execute weekly payments and monitor cash availability for payments.
• Assist in month-end closing and prepare audit schedules.
• Support year-end closing and respond to auditors' requests.
• Handle ad-hoc assignments and projects as required.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Written and spoken English

Multi-tasking

Education

Diploma or higher in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Concur

DocuWare

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.