Assistant Accountant

HO BEE LAND LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HO BEE LAND LIMITED seeks an Assistant Accountant to work independently and with the team in Singapore. The role covers full-set accounting for assigned subsidiaries, intercompany transactions, and monthly bank reconciliations, with IFRS reporting and sustainability data responsibilities.

The candidate develops finance and ESG reporting experience, engages with auditors, and supports annual budgets and forecasts while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Finance or related discipline, with professional qualification preferred.
• 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience in full-set accounting.
• Experience in real estate sector is an advantage.
• Proficiency in English and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full set of accounts for assigned subsidiaries (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets).
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions monthly.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and reports on cash movements and fixed deposits.
• Prepare tax computations and GST returns; ensure filing compliance.
• Liaise with external auditors and prepare statutory financial statements.
• Prepare quarterly IFRS-compliant financial reports and assist budgets/forecasts.

Skills

Financial reporting

Taxation & GST

IFRS knowledge

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy/Finance

Professional accounting qualification

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Accountant who can work independently and collaboratively, manage competing priorities, and meet reporting deadlines.

The successful candidate will join an established real estate group with operations across multiple markets and will have opportunities to develop their finance and sustainability experience.

Main duties

Finance

• Manage the full set of accounts for assigned subsidiaries, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR) and Fixed Assets.
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions on a monthly basis.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and prepare reports on cash movements and fixed deposit placements.
• Prepare tax computations and ensure timely tax filing compliance.
• Prepare and submit quarterly GST returns.
• Liaise with external auditors and prepare statutory financial statements for entities under your responsibility.
• Prepare accurate and timely quarterly financial reports in accordance with IFRS requirements.
• Coordinate and prepare annual budgets and forecasts for assigned entities.
• Provide ad hoc administrative and finance-related support as required.
  

Sustainability

• Support internal/external audits, sustainability reporting, and other reporting requirements
• Collate, validate, and analyse data relating to the Group’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and impact.
• Support compliance of sustainability disclosures with applicable regulations, standards, and reporting frameworks.
• Assist in the implementation of sustainability initiatives and stakeholder engagement programmes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline, and/or a professional accounting qualification.
• Good knowledge of financial reporting standards, taxation, GST requirements, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• At least 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience, including experience in full-set accounting and financial reporting. Experience in the real estate sector is an advantage.
• Interest in sustainability matters and willingness to develop knowledge of sustainability reporting and related regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet reporting deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, including proficiency in spoken and written English.