Accounts Associate

Kreston Helmi Talib; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Singapore is seeking an Accounting and Payroll Associate to support financial accounting and payroll processes. Candidates should have a degree in accounting and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in accounting software and a keen attention to detail are essential. The role includes preparing financial statements, processing payroll, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Strong command of English is required, and the position is open to candidates with valid work authorization in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 2 years accounting experience, ideally from a Big 4.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare full sets of accounts and maintain data in accounting systems.
• Assist in preparing month-end financial statements and cash flow statements.
• Process payroll transactions into accounting software.

Skills

Accounting

Detail-oriented

Fluent in English

MS Office Suite

Accounting software

Education

Degree in Accounting

Tools

Xero

SAGE

Job description

Overview

Role Description: Reporting into the Accounting Manager, and supported by the Accounting Senior, the Accounting and Payroll Associate provides assistance and gives administrative support in maintaining the accuracy of the accounting records of the client. The Accounting and Payroll Associate provides support by performing financial accounting and corporate reporting activities; and processing business transactions and reports using information technology tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform the accounting function in preparing full sets of accounts which includes maintaining/keying in data into accounting systems/software.
• Record clients transactions and events relating to sales, purchases, receivables, payable and cash; as well as inventory accruals, prepayments, capital structure and finance costs; ensuring the accuracy of these financial records and statements.
• Assist with the preparation of month-end financial statement, cash flow statements, bank reconciliation statements and schedules to the accounts.
• Prepare payments to vendors; this includes reviewing invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment, matching the invoices to cheques, obtaining all signatures for cheques, preparing the payment vouchers, updating the Cash Flow Listing through cheques/telegraphic transfers/bank drafts, distributing the cheques accordingly.
• Process payroll transactions into the accounting systems/software.
• Prepare tax returns for submissions and classifying allowable expenses accurately.
• Prepare the Annual Survey for Clients.
• Prepare statutory contribution (e.g. Central Provident Fund) calculations.
• Act in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for Accountants and Accounting Entities, and International Financial Reporting Standards when providing accounting services.
• Identify ethical conflicts in the work environment.
• Ensure compliance with the firm's quality control procedures.
• Be a team player, working cooperatively and communicating effectively in the work environment.
• Identify areas for personal development to improve work performance.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting
• 2 years accounting experience (Big 4 Accounting Firm- Desirable)
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• MS Office Suite and accounting software (e.g. Xero, SAGE)
• Keen eye for detail

This role is open for candidates with valid work authorization in Singapore and do not require work pass sponsorship. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be shortlisted for an interview.

Disclaimer

Please be advised that this position is being managed directly by our internal recruitment team. We do not require the services of any recruitment agency or third-party provider to process applications for this role. Additionally, we will never use external agencies to collect or obtain personal data on our behalf. To verify the authenticity of this job posting and explore other open positions, please visit our official website or our LinkedIn page.