Accounts & Finance Manager

BLUETREE EDUCATION LEARNING CENTRE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education organization in Singapore is seeking a Finance and Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and reporting. The role includes managing full-set accounting processes, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting software, excellent communication skills, and an eye for detail. Supervisory experience is advantageous. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team in the education sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in full-set accounting and financial reporting, preferably in the Education industry.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Ability to explain financial terms in simple language.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day finance and accounting operations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements for stakeholders.
• Oversee end-to-end salary computation and GST filings.
• Develop internal controls and promote cost-saving strategies.

Skills

Full-set accounting

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Tools

Accounting Software (Xero)

Job description

Finance and Accounting Manager

Reporting to the CEO, the Finance and Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including entering journals, managing accounts receivable and payable, using financial technology systems, and other select finance-related administration. The Manager ensures timely reconciliation and reporting of all financial statements and prepares financial analyses for the CEO and other key stakeholders as requested; and maintains fiscal records. The Manager serves as the primary contact for internal staff on invoicing, bill payments, cash receipts and revenue, payroll and budgets. Handle the complete accounting cycle, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL), while maintaining accurate and organized financial records.

• Perform month-end tasks such as bank reconciliations, accruals, depreciation, intercompany reconciliations, and necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow, and Budget Variance reports, to provide valuable insights to stakeholders.

• Managing end-to-end salary computation, including overtime, bonuses, deductions (taxes, benefits), and timely disbursements.

• Ensure timely and accurate submissions of GST filings, corporate tax returns, and compliance reports in alignment with IRAS and SFRS standards.
• Collaborate with external auditors, prepare detailed audit schedules, and ensure smooth audit processes.
• Develop robust internal controls, support accounting software integration, and ensure data accuracy while promoting cost-saving strategies and risk management practices.

Requirements:

• Experience in full-set accounting and financial reporting, prior experience in Education industry will have added advantage
• Familiar with Accounting Software (Xero)
• Supervisory experience a plus.
• Attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating in a diverse, and dynamic team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to explain financial terms in simple language.