Assistant Finance Manager (Construction)

gmp recruitment services (s) pte ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

GMP Recruitment Services (S) Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced Accountant to support the Finance Team, focusing on accounting, audit, tax, and statutory reporting.

You will oversee monthly close, prepare management accounts, GST returns, and liaise with auditors and regulators to ensure compliance with SG standards.

The role requires a Degree in Accountancy or Finance and 10 years+ of relevant experience, preferably in construction, with ERP/SAP exposure.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction.
• Good knowledge of GST, corporate tax, accounting standards, and local compliance.
• Proficient with SAP or other ERP systems; strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow with variance commentary.
• Lead monthly closing: journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations.
• Review AP/AR, bank reconciliations, fixed assets, and P&L/balance sheet.
• Support audits, GST filings, tax returns, and regulatory submissions.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and regulatory authorities; maintain audit trails.

Skills

GST knowledge

Corporate tax

Accounting standards

Local compliance

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Accountancy or Finance

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance Team. This role plays a key part in supporting the Manager in overseeing accounting, audit, tax, and statutory reporting functions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for timely financial reporting and ensuring compliance with Group policies, Singapore Accounting standards, and statutory requirements. The role will also support the company's financial operations and drive improvements in finance processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, including variance analysis and commentary on financial performance against budget.
• Assist in the preparation of business plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Lead monthly closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review accounting schedules (AP, AR, bank reconciliations, fixed assets, balance sheet, and P&L accounts, etc.).
• Support management with financial analysis and reporting.
• Prepare and file quarterly GST returns accurately and on time.
• Handle banking and treasury matters.
• Participate in audits, stock takes, and tax return preparation.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and regulatory authorities.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and regulatory submissions.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and new assignments as required.

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 10 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with exposure to the construction industry.
• Good knowledge of GST, corporate tax, accounting standards, and local compliance requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications experience with SAP or other ERP systems will be an added advantage.
• Meticulous, detail-oriented, and a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.