Accountant (Contract)

AlwaysHired Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Accountant for a 4-month maternity cover. The role involves managing month-end closing, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with Singapore’s financial regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in group consolidation and SGX reporting, along with analytical skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably with group consolidation and SGX reporting.
• Strong grasp of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), tax, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end closing, including reviewing invoices and performing bank reconciliations.
• Prepare SGX-compliant financial reports and oversee monthly financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Degree in Accounting

Degree in Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Accountant (4-Month Contract – Maternity Cover)
Location: Central Singapore
Salary: Up to SGD 7,000/month
Working Hours: 8:15 AM – 5:45 PM
Duration: 4 months (Maternity Cover)
Availability: Immediate or short notice preferred

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to provide maternity cover for a period of 4 months. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and equipped with strong knowledge of group consolidation (including non-controlling interests, joint ventures, associates, and multi-currency entities) as well as SGX reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and ensure timely and accurate month-end closing, including:

  • Reviewing supplier invoices and payments

  • Checking customer billings and receipts

  • Performing journal entries and bank reconciliations

  • Coordinating intercompany transactions and reporting

• Review and prepare group consolidation reports, incorporating NCI, JV, associate companies, and foreign currencies

• Prepare and submit SGX-compliant financial reports

• Oversee the preparation of monthly financial and management reports

• Ensure compliance with Singapore’s financial regulations and internal controls

• Support tax matters, including:

  • Quarterly GST submissions

  • Corporate tax returns and related filings

  • PAYG withholding and MAS compliance

• Liaise with external auditors and tax agents during the reporting period

• Provide support for budgeting, financial planning, and ad hoc analysis

• Uphold the integrity of financial processes and assist in process improvements

Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably with exposure to group consolidation and SGX reporting

• Strong grasp of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), tax, and regulatory compliance

• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent ERP) and Microsoft Office

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently

• Availability to commit for the full 4-month period

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Larry Loh Yi Song
Registration Number: R23115969
AlwaysHired Pte Ltd
EA Licence No: 24C2293