Accounts Executive

SUNTEC CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Suntec Construction Engineering Pte. Ltd. is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to manage comprehensive AP duties within a project-based environment. You will ensure accurate, timely payments and compliance with company procedures, while handling invoice verification and month-end tasks.

The role requires 2+ years in AP, proficiency in Excel and accounting software, and bilingual English/M Mandarin communication skills to liaise with stakeholders and suppliers across projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma/LCCI or equivalent qualification in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience in construction, engineering, or project-based industries is advantageous.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software with strong numerical accuracy.
• Fluent English and Mandarin for communicating with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier and subcontractor invoices across the AP cycle for timely payments.
• Verify invoices against POs, quotations, delivery orders, and contracts.
• Obtain proper invoice approvals before payment processing.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and pay within agreed credit terms.
• Reconcile statements and investigate discrepancies or missing invoices.
• Process staff claims, reimbursements, and petty cash with accurate coding.
• Collaborate with suppliers, project teams, and internal departments on queries.
• Assist with month-end closing including AP reconciliation and accruals.
• Maintain organized records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Support GST documentation and respond to audit requests.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Bilingual EN/Mandarin

Communication skills

High-volume processing

Education

Diploma/LCCI in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Summary

Manage comprehensive Accounts Payable functions to ensure accurate, timely payments and maintain compliance with company procedures in a project-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier and subcontractor invoices accurately across the full Accounts Payable cycle to ensure timely payments
• Verify invoices against Purchase Orders, quotations, delivery orders, contracts, and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Obtain and confirm proper invoice approvals following company procedures before payment processing
• Monitor outstanding invoices and execute payments within agreed credit terms to maintain supplier relationships
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies, missing invoices, and credit notes to resolve payment issues
• Process staff claims, reimbursements, and petty cash transactions with accurate coding to GL accounts, projects, and cost centres
• Collaborate with suppliers, subcontractors, project teams, and internal departments to resolve invoice and payment queries
• Assist with month-end closing activities including AP reconciliation, accruals, and preparation of accounting schedules for reporting
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documents to support audit and compliance requirements
• Support GST documentation preparation and respond to internal and external audit requests
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned to support team operations

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Diploma/LCCI or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or similar accounting roles
• Experience in construction, engineering, or project-based industries is advantageous
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software to manage financial data efficiently
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail to ensure error-free financial processing
• Ability to manage a high volume of transactions independently and meet deadlines
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin to communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders, suppliers, and business partners
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and external partners