Finance Assistant (Preschool Setting)

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a Finance Assistant to provide support in accounting, financial reporting, and compliance processes. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Accountancy and 1-2 years of relevant experience, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This role involves maintaining financial records and assisting with budget preparation and audits, ensuring adherence to internal controls and accounting standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of accounting or finance support experience.
• Experience in preschool, education, or social service sector is advantageous.
• Exposure to charity fund accounting or not-for-profit finance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the Finance Manager and Finance team.
• Assist in maintaining accounts, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Basic knowledge of accounting systems and processes

Familiarity with maintaining accounts

Education

NITEC / Higher NITEC / Diploma in Accountancy

Job description

Position title : Finance Assistant

Location: Balestier

Working day: Mon - Fri

Working hours : 9am - 6pm

Salary : $2500 - $3500

OVERVIEW

The Finance Assistant will provide day-to-day support to the Finance Manager and Finance team in accounting, reporting, and finance operations. The role focuses on ensuring accurate record-keeping, assisting with financial transactions, and supporting compliance and internal processes.

JOB SCOPES

Accounting Operations

• Assist in maintaining accounts, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Fixed Assets Register.
• Support staff and program teams by responding to routine financial queries.
• Assist in reconciling accounts and ensuring accurate data entry.

Financial Reporting

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare basic financial reports and schedules as required.
• Assist in consolidating financial information for management review.

Budgeting Support

• Assist in annual budget preparation and mid-year review exercises.
• Help monitor budget performance and prepare simple variance reports.

Audit Support

• Provide support during internal and statutory audits by preparing schedules and documents as directed.
• Assist in liaising with auditors for information requests.

Internal Controls and Compliance

• Help ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and accounting standards.
• Assist in maintaining proper documentation and records for audit purposes.
• Recommend minor improvements to accounting processes as directed.

Other Duties

• Perform ad hoc finance and administrative duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• NITEC / Higher NITEC / Diploma in Accountancy / Progress toward ACCA/CA qualifications, or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of accounting or finance support experience (experience in preschool, education, or social service sector is advantageous).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Basic knowledge of accounting systems and processes.
• Familiarity with maintaining accounts and assisting in reporting.
• Been exposure to charity fund accounting or not-for-profit finance.