Singapore
On-site
SGD 60,000 - 80,000
Full time
8 days ago
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Job summary
A leading company in Singapore is seeking an accountant to manage accounts payable processing and financial report preparation. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, relevant experience, and strong problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The role involves significant responsibilities in maintaining accurate records, overseeing audits, and driving continuous improvements within accounting systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required, ideally in Accounting or business.
- 1+ years of experience in an audit firm preferred.
- Experience in GST and withholding tax is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Oversee AP processing, conduct accounts analysis, and prepare financial reports.
- Lead month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and local statutory requirements.
Skills
Communication
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Professional degree in business
Tools
Job responsibilities:
- Oversee account payable processing, accounting transactions, and conduct related accounts analysis, financial report preparation, stock taking.
- Lead month-end and year-end closing procedures, and prepare financial reports.
- Maintain accurate accounting records for internal reports and handle GST-related documentation.
- Post expenses, process employee reimbursements, and resolve payment issues efficiently.
- Administer withholding tax, ensuring timely submission and payment to Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore.
- Collaborate with internal and external audit teams to facilitate smooth auditing processes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting systems.
- Develop and execute yearly expense budget planning, including the preparation of budget reports.
- Ensure strict compliance with company policies, procedures, and local statutory financial requirements.
- Undertake special assignments and project requirements as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a professional degree in business.
- Preferably with at least 1 year of working experience in an audit firm.
- Experience in GST and withholding tax is an added advantage.
- Self-motivated, highly responsible, and capable of working independently and in a team.
- Strong communication skills, effective problem-solving ability, and resilience in overcoming work challenges.
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Proficient in MS Office, especially MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
- Immediate availability or ability to start work within a short period is advantageous.
- Demonstrated capability in stress and emotion control.
- Proven problem-solving skills.