Assistant Account Manager

KURITA (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KURITA (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. is seeking a seasoned Accounting Leader to manage day-to-day operations, ensure SFRS-compliant reporting, and oversee tax compliance.

You will drive balance sheet reviews, project costing, and inventory controls while coordinating with auditors across jurisdictions. The role requires strong ERP experience (SAP), manufacturing module knowledge, and excellent analytical skills. You will mentor the finance team in a fast-paced, cross-functional, multi-currency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience; 1–2 years in supervision.
• Solid understanding of SFRS, GST, and local tax compliance.
• Experience in group reporting, consolidation, and intercompany transactions.
• Proficient in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP); manufacturing modules are a plus.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced Excel and financial data analysis skills.
• Attention to detail; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations: AP, AR, GL, and cash flow management.
• Prepare financial statements per SFRS monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Conduct regular balance sheet reviews and reconciliations.
• Oversee project cost accounting: budgeting, revenue recognition, WIP, profitability.
• Monitor manufacturing stock: valuation, production costing, inventory control.
• Provide timely reports, insightful commentary, and actionable recommendations.
• Coordinate GST, corporate tax, withholding tax, CPF with auditors and authorities.
• Develop and lead the finance team; strengthen internal controls and SOPs.
• Oversee year-end closing and liaise with external auditors across jurisdictions.

Skills

Leadership

Excel

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Intercompany transactions

Group reporting

SFRS knowledge

Audits coordination

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Manufacturing modules

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cash flow management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Conduct regular balance sheet reviews and financial reconciliations.
• Manage project cost accounting processes, including budget tracking, revenue recognition, work-in-progress monitoring, and project profitability analysis.
• Oversee manufacturing stock monitoring, including inventory valuation, production costing, and control of raw materials and finished goods.
• Analyse financial results and provide management with timely reports, insightful commentary, and actionable recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including GST, corporate tax, withholding tax, and CPF. Coordinate with auditors, tax agents, and relevant authorities during audits and reviews.
• Develop and lead the finance team while enhancing internal controls, financial processes, and SOPs to support business growth and mitigate risk.
• Oversee the year-end closing process and liaise with external auditors across jurisdictions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Solid understanding of SFRS, GST and local tax compliance.
• Proven experience in group reporting, consolidation, and intercompany transactions.
• Proficient in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP); knowledge of manufacturing modules is a plus.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly proficient in Excel and financial data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to work independently in a fast-paces environment.

Ideal personality traits:

• Proactive and solutions-driven, with a continuous improvement mindset
• Demonstrates high integrity and accountability
• Strong communicator, able to work across functions and cultures
• Thrives in dynamic, project-based environments
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills