AR Accountant (European MNC - Tuas)

caliber8; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European logistics brand is seeking an AR Accountant to oversee accounts receivable processes in their Singapore office. The ideal candidate will manage billing, collections, and financial reporting, ensuring operational efficiency and transparency. Applicants should possess a relevant accounting degree and experience, with familiarity in tools like SAP being an advantage. This role provides a great opportunity to contribute to financial team dynamics within a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience with Bachelor's degree or 5 years with diploma.
• Familiarity with accounting processes and corporate governance.
• Resourceful and effective problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of accounts receivable and billing.
• Support month-end closing processes and reconcile accounts.
• Engage in proactive credit management and resolve customer disputes.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Operational processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Diploma/certification in accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

AR Accountant (European MNC - Tuas)

Our client is a leading European logistics brand with its APAC HQ in Singapore.

Key responsibilities:

• Offer support to the team and other divisions regarding accounts receivable billing and payment processing.
• Manage all aspects of accounts receivable.
• Oversee the closing processes for month-end and year-end (including accounts receivable and direct costs).
• Reconcile account balances related to accounts receivable on the balance sheet.
• Validate and process billing requests, as well as debit and credit notes for accounts receivable.
• Confirm and process collections via cheque, cash, direct credit, GIRO, or TT.
• Review and process electronic payments, security deposits, and refunds.
• Generate monthly revenue reports and analyze variances.
• Prepare account statements for customers.
• Create monthly aging reports for accounts receivable.
• Develop monthly occupancy statistics.
• Handle escalated customer disputes and resolve issues related to accounts receivable.
• Engage in proactive credit management, including communicating with customers about collections.
• Administer bad debt provisions and manage write-off requests.
• Compile and submit quarterly GST reports to the relevant authorities.
• Manage petty cash and cash collections.
• Offer recommendations for enhancing accounts receivable processes.
• Conduct maintenance of master data in SAP and OMS (customers and suppliers).
• Assist with both internal and external audits.
• Perform any combination of the above tasks and other assigned duties as needed.

Ideal candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or a diploma/certification in accounting with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Familiarity with SAP is a plus.
• Strong understanding of operational processes, internal controls, and corporate governance.
• Analytical mindset, resourceful, and effective problem-solving skills.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.