Assistant Manager (Accounts & Admin, Construction Industry)

Pasona Singapore Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager for Accounts & Admin in the construction industry. This role involves supervising accounting operations, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Management and at least 2 years of relevant experience, especially in construction contracts. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with practical knowledge of ERP systems. Interested applicants should email their resumes with salary expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in account section of a company listed in Tokyo Stock market.
• Experience in accounting for construction contracts and revenue recognition.
• Hands-on experience of internal controls and internal audit, preferably J-SOX.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and review accounting operations on ongoing and completed projects.
• Prepare cash flow report and analyze variance.
• Oversee submission of financial data to Japan HQ.

Skills

Full-set accounting operations

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Internal controls

Budget management

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Business Management

Tools

ERP system (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Assistant Manager (Accounts & Admin, Construction Industry)

Job Description

• Supervise and review accounting operations on on‑going and completed projects as assigned (e.g. Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Ledger, including progressive billing, Subcon settlement, supplier and employee claim) using ERP system.

• Prepare cash flow report and cost forecast and analyze variance as assigned.

• Prepare regular and irregular report for balance sheet and profit & loss accounts as assigned.

• Manage project cost for assigned project site with project manager/cost controller and stakeholders (QS team etc.).

• Assist financial reporting and management reporting to Japan HQ, namely overseeing submission of financial data of the Singapore Branch and the Civil Engineering Management Department prepared in line with the Japan HQ requirement.

• Assist audits (internal/external), tax and compliance matters as assigned.

• Supervise account and admin team (4–7 staff) to ensure internal control and compliance with the Japan HQ Procedure (including internal controls in accordance with J‑SOX and company act).

• Support tender and bank guarantee management.

• Support accounting operations of projects run by Joint Ventures of Company and other construction firms, which require accounting procedure specific to construction Joint Ventures.

• Provide administrative support for site matters such as events, workers dormitory, insurance matters, ICT matters.

• Manage project admin staff.

• Assist HR matter to handle project staff issues.

• Perform all other ad‑hoc and project duties when assigned.

Job Requirement

• Possess Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Business Management or its equivalent.

• At least 2 years of experience in the account section of the Japan ultimate parent company listed in Tokyo Stock market or equivalent.

• Professional knowledge and more than 2 years of experience in full‑set accounting operations, especially accounting for construction contracts and revenue recognition of construction industry desirable.

• Minimum 2 years of experience of budget, forecast, and management of construction project cost and cash flow.

• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience of internal controls and internal audit, preferably in line with J‑SOX or equivalent.

• Practical knowledge of Annual Securities Report and related financial statement in compliance with Japan's accounting rules/regulations and listing rules in Tokyo Stock market is a plus.

• Past experience to manage Joint Venture (Full Integrated) accounting is a plus.

• Practical skill and experience to operate ERP system (SAP/Oracle or equivalent).

• Excellent communication and leadership skills are mandatory.

• Past experience of handling HR/Admin related matters (employee accommodation and welfare) is a plus.

Interested applicants pls send in a copy of your resume with your current, expected salaries and availability in Microsoft Word format to Low See Wei (R1551122) for immediate processing.

Kindly indicate in your email subject title as "Job Application for 20018 Assistant Manager (Accounts & Admin, Construction Industry) SW".

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, other applications will be updated to our database for future job opportunities.

Thank you.