Accounts & Payroll Executive

-; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts & Payroll Executive in Singapore. You will be crucial in managing daily accounting operations and payroll processes. This role requires your expertise in bookkeeping, monthly reconciliations, and payroll management while ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in accounting and 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role, proficient in accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks. This is an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented professionals.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in bookkeeping and payroll.
• Skilled in managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Familiar with CPF, IRAS, and GST regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping for accounts and transactions.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and maintain ledger entries.
• Process payroll and maintain employee claims and records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Proficient in Excel

Bookkeeping knowledge

Education

Diploma in Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

SAP

Job description

Brief Summary:

Join a dynamic team as an Accounts & Payroll Executive, where you'll play a key role in overseeing daily accounting operations and payroll management. This hands‑on position is ideal for detail‑oriented professionals looking to contribute to a thriving environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank transactions.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and maintain accurate general ledger entries.
• Oversee the full set of accounts for the entity and manage the fixed asset register.
• Prepare month‑end schedules, including accounts aging, accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
• Extract, organize, and verify data for goods and services tax (GST) reporting.
• Ensure systematic filing of all accounting and finance records in both digital and physical formats.
• Liaise with external accountants and auditors regarding queries and document requests.
• Process monthly payroll, including handling relevant submissions and filings.
• Maintain employee claims and leave records, providing payroll support as needed.
• Coordinate monthly closing activities and adjustments with external accountants.
• Support management with financial data and reporting requirements, ensuring timely completion of accounting and payroll deliverables.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Accounting or equivalent certification (LCCI/CAT).
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in bookkeeping, full‑set accounting, and payroll, ideally in a small to medium‑sized enterprise or subsidiary.
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks) and skilled in Excel.
• Knowledgeable about CPF, IRAS, and basic GST regulations.
• Detail‑oriented, reliable, organized, and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Comfortable engaging with external partners, including accounting firms and auditors.
• Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP is a plus.
• Experience coordinating month‑end activities with intercompany finance teams is advantageous.

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