Accounts Officer

Obayashi Singapore Private Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking an Accounts Officer in Singapore to manage financial operations at project sites. The role involves monitoring project costs, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in accounting and a degree in Finance or a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or site-based roles.
• Meticulous and organized with the ability to work independently.
• Familiar with project costing and claims verification.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounting operations for the project site.
• Prepare and consolidate bi-weekly and monthly financial reports.
• Monitor project costs and ensure spending aligns with approved budgets.

Skills

Project costing

Communication skills

Organization

Financial reporting

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Build Smart System

Job description

Job Summary:

The Accounts Officer is responsible for managing financial and accounting operations at the construction site, including project cost control, progress payments, and documentation to ensure accurate and timely reporting in compliance with company and project requirements.

Essential Job Functions:

The Accounts Officer is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Handle day-to-day accounting operations for the project site.
• Consolidate and prepare and compile bi-weekly and monthly reports.
• Monitor project costs, expenditures, and ensure spending aligns with approved budgets.
• Prepare and verify subcontractor progress claims, invoices, payment certificates and assist in GST reporting.
• Record and track material deliveries, site purchases, and petty cash transactions.
• Maintain proper documentation of financial records, receipts, and supporting documents.
• Coordinate with the head office finance team on monthly closing, reports, and reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing site cash flow forecasts and project cost summaries.
• Support audits, site inspections, and internal financial reviews.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Project Manager or Finance Manager.

Minimum Qualifications / Job Experience:

• Diploma / Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or site-based roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Build smart System.
• Familiar with project costing, claims verification, and construction documentation.
• Meticulous, organized, and able to work independently on site.
• Good communication and coordination skills with site and office teams.