Assistant Accounts Manager

CANATEC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced accounting manager to supervise the accounting team and manage the full set of accounts. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of experience in accounting, particularly in an equipment installation or project-based environment, along with proficiency in QuickBooks and knowledge of Singapore accounting standards. This role offers opportunities for strategic operational advice and compliance management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience managing full set of accounts, preferably in a project-based environment.
• Proven experience supervising accounting staff.
• Experience with accounting system implementation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Accounts Executives in daily accounting activities.
• Handle the full set of accounts, ensuring accurate and timely financial recording.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and month-end closing activities.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Proficiency in QuickBooks

Knowledge of SFRS and tax laws

Education

Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support the Accounts Executives in daily accounting activities, including journal entries, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bookkeeping tasks.
• Handle the full set of accounts, ensuring accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, AP/AR management, and month-end closing activities.
• Preparing financial statements, schedules, and supporting reports for management and audits.
• Review quarterly GST for submission.
• Coordinate with external auditors during audit cycles, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Coordinate with external tax agent and review tax computation.
• Provide advices on operation matters especially related to finance functions.
• Coordinate with the company’s corporate secretary to ensure statutory compliance, including maintaining statutory registers, filing Annual Returns, and organizing AGM/EGM documentation.
• Monitor and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Review and improve accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Implementation of new QuickBooks Online (QBO).

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience managing full set of accounts, preferably in an equipment installation, or project-based environment.
• Proven experience supervising accounting staff.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore accounting standards (SFRS) and tax laws (GST, corporate income tax).
• Proficiency in accounting software QuickBooks and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with accounting system implementation is a plus.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.Fluent in English, both written and spoken.