Assistant Executive, General Ledger (Grants)

1FSS Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance organization in Singapore is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team, focusing on grant-related financial matters. Responsibilities include handling financial accounts, liaising with departments for data collection, and preparing various financial reports. Candidates should possess a diploma in accountancy and be proficient in Microsoft Office, capable of working independently under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Able to communicate effectively with different departments.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day grant-related financial matters.
• Prepare payroll certification for manpower claims.
• Monitor funding accounts receivables and follow up on collections.

Skills

Self-motivated

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Good communication skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Meticulous and positive attitude

Education

Diploma in Accountancy

Job description

The incumbent shall be part of the Finance Shared Services team and responsible for discharging the following duties:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day grant-related financial matters, month-end and year-end accounts closing, and preparation of the monthly and year-end audit schedules
• Liaise with various departments in the collection of information and documents
• Prepare payroll certification for manpower claims
• Process claim submissions to funding organizations for funded projects
• Monitor funding accounts receivables for payment and follow up on collections
• Follow up with project teams on accounts with cost overruns
• Prepare monthly or quarterly report and statement to account owners
• Investigate and resolve user’s queries
• Prepare grant-related GST, corporate tax and other statistical submissions
• Process grant-related internal charge and reclassification requests
• Identify and perform clearing of offsetting transactions for grant-related balance sheet accounts
• Assist on grant-related internal and external audit matters
• Participate in process improvement projects
• Any other ad hoc duties assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• At least a Diploma in Accountancy
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Good communication skills; ability to communicate with various departments and levels
• Able to work within tight deadlines
• Have a good command of the English language
• Independent, meticulous and with positive attitude