ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

THE TALENT PEOPLE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance and accounting services firm in Singapore seeks a qualified Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, maintain accounts, and ensure accurate reporting. Candidates should possess a Diploma/Degree in Finance/Accounting and have at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in construction or Oil and Gas. Proficiency in SAP is an advantage.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant working experience in a similar role.
• Willing to work in the Tuas area.
• Experience in construction or Oil and Gas will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain books of accounts for all companies under the Group.
• Oversee and maintain cashflow, review invoicing and payment tracking.
• Ensure inter-company accounts are balanced and reconciled.
• Prepare monthly, yearly, adhoc and consolidated reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Talent People x JSIT-PE

The Talent People is proud to partner with JSIT-PE, a government initiative aimed at strengthening Singapore’s Precision Engineering sector by addressing manpower challenges and fostering industry growth.

By applying for our job opportunities, you’re joining a strategic effort to enhance Singapore’s Precision Engineering landscape.

Responsibilities

• Maintain books of accounts for all companies under the Group.
• Posting of all accounting entries related to income, expense as well as journals as required.
• Oversee and maintain cashflow. Review the system for invoicing, tracking payments as well as aging analysis of outstanding AP/AR.
• Ensure inter-company accounts are balanced and reconciled.
• Management of Budget, Forecast/reforecast, variance reporting & commentaries.
• Perform analysis of departmental P&L and annual budgets.
• Oversee year-end procedures – accruals, prepaids, receivables and payables; any other journals as required.
• Financial year-end preparation of accounts for audit. Liaise with Auditors to ensure clean signoff. Follow up on closing any audit gaps.
• Initiate tax planning, GST reporting and oversee periodical tax filings.
• Work closely with the respective business units to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of the Group consolidation.
• Prepare monthly, yearly, adhoc and consolidated reports.
• Other ad hoc assignments.
• To be proactive in creating a safe working environment for everyone and ensuring that HSE inhouse rules are observed at all times.
• To consider HSE aspects when planning and carrying out tasks to eliminate and reduce HSE hazards, aspects and risks.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Finance/Accounting or Professional Accounting Qualification.
• At least 5 years relevant working experience in the same capacity.
• Proficient in SAP will be an added advantage.
• Meticulous and keen eye for details; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Committed, confident personality with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and work within required deadline.
• Working experience in construction or Oil and Gas environment will be an added advantage.
• Willing to work in Tuas area.