Accounts Executive (1-Year Contract)

LMA RECRUITMENT SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

LMA Recruitment Singapore Pte. Ltd. invites an Accounts Executive to support the finance function within a real estate/MCST environment. The role focuses on general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and day-to-day finance operations under the Senior Manager, Finance.

The position offers exposure to accounts receivable, accounts payable, and broader finance activities, with a 1-year contract and opportunities to work across multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Accountancy, Finance or related discipline.
• 5+ years in accounting/finance with at least 2 years full-set accounting.
• Strong general ledger, reconciliations and finance operations exposure.
• Real estate/MCST exposure is advantageous.
• Ability to handle high-volume transactions in a fast-paced setting.
• Solid grasp of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficient in accounting systems, software and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Independent and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger and ensure timely, accurate transactions.
• Prepare journal upload files and process journal entries.
• Reconcile balances against sub-ledgers including banks and FA.
• Ensure income/expenses recognition aligns with matching principle.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for financial reporting.
• Review AR postings and back up AR activities as needed.
• Maintain contract service listings monthly and reconcile deposits.
• Assist with AP processing and back-up as directed.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Marketing for accuracy.
• Support finance-related projects and ad-hoc tasks as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma in Accountancy, Finance or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Role Overview

The Accounts Executive will support the finance function in managing the accounting and financial operations of the MCST portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Finance, the role will be responsible for general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, journal entries and day-to-day finance operations, while ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of financial records.

This is a 1-year contract position offering an opportunity to gain hands-on exposure across general ledger accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable and broader finance operations within a real estate and MCST environment.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Financial Accounting

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial transactions are accurately and timely recorded in accordance with accounting principles.
• Prepare journal upload files and process journal entries in the accounting system.
• Reconcile general ledger balances against supporting sub-ledgers, including bank, accounts payable, accounts receivable and fixed assets.
• Ensure appropriate and timely recognition of income and expenses in line with the matching principle.
• Prepare relevant accounting schedules and supporting documentation for financial reporting.

Finance Operations

• Review accounts receivable postings and prepare journals, providing back-up support for AR activities when required.
• Maintain and update contract services listings on a monthly basis.
• Maintain and reconcile security deposit records, including processing refund requests and forfeitures.
• Provide back-up support for accounts payable processing and review of AP journals.
• Assist with finance-related projects and other ad-hoc assignments as directed by the Senior Manager, Finance.

Cross-Functional Support

• Work closely with internal departments, including Operations, Engineering and Marketing & Communications, to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Provide accounting support to internal stakeholders and assist with finance-related queries and reconciliation matters.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure financial records are complete and properly maintained.

Key Requirements

• Diploma in Accountancy, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, including at least 2 years of full-set accounting experience.
• Solid experience in general ledger, account reconciliation and finance operations.
• Experience in real estate management, property management or MCST will be an advantage.
• Comfortable managing a high volume of transactions in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficient in accounting systems, financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

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