Accounts Executive

Barn & Potter; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Singapore is seeking a meticulous Accounts Executive to handle daily accounting operations, oversee AP/AR transactions, and manage payroll processing. The ideal candidate will have an LCCI Diploma/Degree in Accounting and 2–3 years of accounting experience. You will also prepare management reports, assist with audits, and ensure compliance with financial regulations, all within a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2–3 years of accounting experience; familiar with full sets of accounts.
• Experience in processing and managing monthly payroll.
• Knowledge of GST filing, bank reconciliations, and cash flow management.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounting activities, including payment, receipts, and AP & AR transactions.
• Perform monthly bank and inter-company reconciliations.
• Ensure timely and accurate accounting closings and reports.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

LCCI Diploma/Degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

Job description

Our company is seeking a meticulous and proactive Accounts Executive to join our team. In this role, you will manage day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR transactions, bank reconciliations, cash flow monitoring, and monthly closings. You will support monthly payroll processing and management, audits, tax filings, GST submissions, and assist in preparing budgets and management reports. This position also involves maintaining accurate documentation, overseeing inventory records, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. If you are detail-oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced environment, we’d love to have you on our team!

Key Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounting activities, including payment, receipts, and AP & AR transactions.
• Perform monthly bank and inter-company reconciliations.
• Ensure timely and accurate accounting closings and reports.
• Monitor the organization’s cash flow.
• Prepare and submit quarterly GST returns.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets, and monthly and quarterly management reports.
• Support audits and tax filings, liaising with auditors and tax agents.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and legislation.
• Collaborate with external business partners, such as distributors, banks, auditors, and government authorities.
• Address operational issues impacting finance and administration.Prepare finance reports for management review.
• Maintain an organized documentation and filing system.
• Establish internal control procedures to enhance the accounting process.
• Update and manage inventory records, ensuring accuracy and conducting stock checks.
• Processing and management of monthly payroll.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• LCCI Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• With at least 2–3 years of accounting experience; familiar with full sets of accounts.
• At least 2–3 years of experience processing and management of monthly payroll.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Knowledge of GST filing, bank reconciliations, AP/AR, and cash flow management.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and internal controls.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to prepare budgets, financial reports, and support audits.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with auditors, banks, and external partners.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; able to work independently.