Accounts & Finance Executive

B.S. ENGINEERING CO PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering company in Singapore is looking for an Accounts Assistant to handle accounts payable and receivable processes, support general accounting tasks, and ensure compliance with documentation standards. The ideal candidate should have a Higher NITEC or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, and possess foundational accounting skills along with proficiency in Excel. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates or those with limited experience seeking to start their career in accounting.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years relevant experience required.
• Understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and journal entries.

Responsibilities

• Record and verify supplier invoices with documentation.
• Prepare and issue invoices based on relevant documents.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and prepare journal entries.
• Organize and maintain filing systems for audits and compliance.
• Liaise to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Basic understanding of accounting principles (AP/AR, petty cash, reconciliations)

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented

Organized

Willing to learn

Education

Higher NITEC/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (AP) Process: Record and verify supplier invoices with proper documentation, and assist in scheduling supplier payments under supervision.
• Accounts Receivable (AR) Process: Prepare and issue invoices based on valid DO, PO, WO, or SR; record customer payments via GIRO, cheque, cash, or online transfer; maintain daily fund updates and supporting documents; and monitor AR aging to follow up on overdue accounts under the guidance of the Executive or Manager.
• General Accounting: Assist with bank reconciliations, maintain petty cash records, and prepare journal entries for review.
• Compliance Support: Organizing and maintaining accurate, complete, and up-to-date filing systems for invoices, receipts, and vouchers, specifically for GST, tax filing, and audits.
• Coordination Tasks: Liaise with technical sales or customer service teams to validate invoice triggers and resolve straightforward discrepancies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Higher NITEC/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience: 0–2 years relevant experience.
• Skills: Basic understanding of accounting principles (AP/AR, petty cash, reconciliations).
  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; exposure to accounting software is a plus.
  Detail-oriented, organized, willing to learn.