Accounts Executive

GOODLAND DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development firm in Singapore is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee financial operations, prepare reports, and lead the finance team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accountancy and experience in the construction industry, with proficiency in accounting software preferred. This role involves strategic financial analysis, compliance with regulations, and fostering team development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of experience in the construction/real estate industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with Accpac Accounting software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations and ensure compliance.
• Prepare financial reports and analysis to support decision-making.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Lead the finance and accounting team and mentor members.

Skills

Accountancy expertise

Communication skills

Team player

Proficiency in Accpac Accounting software

Self-motivated

Education

Degree in Accountancy or equivalent

Job description

Job Scopes:

• Assist in managing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly/quarterly variance analysis, cash flow projections, and annual budgets.
• Provide timely and accurate financial information and analysis to support decision – making across the organisation.
• Must be proficient in preparing consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy, and supporting the preparation of financial and management reports for the group in accordance with group accounting policies
• Manage month-end and year-end closings, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and internal controls.
• Project Accounting: Monitor and manage financial aspects of construction projects, including job costing, budgeting and forecasting. Track project expenses, revenue recognition, and work-in-progress (WIP) reporting.
• Cost Control & Budgeting: Assist in the preparation and monitoring of project budgets, cost control measures, and variance analysis to ensure projects remain on budget and within financial guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, including the preparation and submission of GST and other statutory filings.
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, providing training, guidance, and performance support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency in finance operations.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing of accounts, year-end closing, management reporting and financial analysis.
• Prepare and analyse management reports for the group and its entities.
• Manage daily banking operations to ensure smooth financial transactions.
• Liaise with bankers on financing, treasury, and risk management matters.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and perform analyses for management.
• Collaborate with relevant departments to gather and analyse data for project costs, revenue, and balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices, vendor reconciliations, and vendor payments.
• Provide financial and operational support to the finance team and subsidiaries.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and other stakeholders as required.
• Handle any other duties assigned, including special projects and management requests.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent
• Experience in handling full set of accounts
• Must have at least 3 years’ experience in construction/real estate industry is a plus
• Self motivated, results oriented and multi-task
• Familiar with Accpac Accounting software preferred
• Meticulous with a flair for figures, independent & organized, team player, with initiative & resourceful
• Great working attitude and being able to work well in a team
• Good Communication skill