Assistant Executive, Accounts Payable

1FSS Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore is seeking an Accounts Payable staff member to process invoices, manage payment requests, and provide guidance to junior staff. The ideal candidate should have a Diploma in Accountancy, with a preference for experience in SAP. Candidates without experience are also welcome. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills are key for success in this multi-tasking role.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Accounting is preferred; candidates without experience are welcome to apply.
• High integrity, meticulous and proactive.
• Independent and self-driven with the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and payment requests accurately.
• Follow up with relevant parties to resolve problematic invoices.
• Train and guide junior staff.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Customer service orientation

Education

Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

The incumbent shall be part of the Finance Shared Services (FSS), Accounts Payable team, responsible for the following:

Job Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payment requests and reimbursement claims accurately within the stipulated timeframe and in accordance to internal procedures and compliance with tax regulations.

• Follow up actively with the relevant parties to resolve problematic invoices, including sending periodic reminders to vendors to act on disputed invoices.

• Liaise with vendors and users to facilitate prompt processing of invoices including those under Direct Debit Authorisation (DDA).

• Accrue unprocessed invoices, payment request and reimbursement claims at month-end to meet month-end closing schedule provided by institution.

• Prepare and submit/post journals for reclassification and adjustments, recurring transactions within institutions’ timeline.

• Train and guide junior staff and assist in resolving difficulties encountered by them.

• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent

• Experience in Accounts Payable or Accounting is preferred; Candidates without experience are welcome to apply

• Experience in SAP is preferred

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• High integrity, meticulous and proactive

• Independent, self-driven with the ability to multi-task to meet tight deadlines

• Strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills

• Customer service oriented with good service attributes and team spirit to achieve win-win outcome