ASSISTANT/FINANCE MANAGER

PENTA - CHEM SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Singapore accounting firm is seeking an experienced accountant to manage full sets of accounts, including month-end and year-end closing, prepare audit schedules, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, a relevant degree, and professional certifications. Strong knowledge of Singapore FRS and ERP software is essential. This role offers competitive pay commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of accounting experience.
• Experience in Audit and Assurance is preferred.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle full sets of Accounts.
• Responsible for month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare audit schedule and answer queries from auditors.

Skills

Working knowledge of Singapore FRS / IFRS standards

Accounting Software - ERP

Strong Excel knowledge

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Team-oriented and outgoing

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or equivalent qualification

Professional certifications (CA, ACCA, ICAEW, CPA)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Handle full sets of Accounts
• Responsible for month-end and year-end closing
• Prepare accounting schedules, reconciliation of accounts, management and cash flow reports
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of GST, annual tax returns and other statutory filings
• Prepare audit schedule and attend to the queries raised by external auditors
• Review tax computations and liaise with tax agents to manage the tax filing process
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, banks, corporate secretary and government authorities for all statutory and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance
• Perform monthly inventory reconciliation & attend yearly stock take activity
• Maintain Fixed Assets Register and ledger
• Review, implement and improve financial workflows/processes to strengthen internal control and compliance and to enhance operational efficiencies
• Provide guidance, advices & support to the accounts team
• Any other ad hoc duties as assigned by the Reporting Manager

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or equivalent qualification with working knowledge of Singapore FRS / IFRS standards.
• Hold relevant professional certifications, such as CA (Singapore), ACCA, ICAEW, CPA, etc.
• Experience in Audit and Assurance is preferred
• Preferably with at least 5 years of accounting experiences
• Proficient in Accounting Software - ERP
• Strong Excel knowledge and application
• Meticulous, possess good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work well under pressure and able to cope with tight deadlines
• Team-oriented, outgoing and able to work with minimal supervisionSalary commensurate with experience