Finance Executive

Cathay Organisation Holdings Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cathay Organisation Holdings Ltd in Singapore seeks a Finance Executive to manage the full set of accounts, ensure timely financial reporting, and support the company’s financial health. The role requires at least 3 years of accounting experience with a solid grasp of financial principles.

Key duties include month-end and year-end closes, reconciliations, GST/VAT and tax submissions, and coordination with external auditors and tax agents.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience with full set of accounts.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and reporting.
• Experience with GST/VAT and regulatory filings (ACRA).

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare entire full set of accounts.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing, including journal entries and accruals.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable, including vendor payments.
• Perform weekly bank reconciliations.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents and accountants.
• Prepare audited financial statements and quarterly GST/VAT filings.
• Prepare XBRL filings as required.

Skills

Financial accounting

Month-end close

Year-end close

Regulatory compliance

Audits coordination

Tools

Xero

Excel

Multicurrency accounting

Job description

Job Summary:

The Finance Executive will be responsible for managing the full set of accounts, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and supporting the overall financial health of the organisation. This role requires at least 3 years of experience in accounting, with a strong understanding of financial principles and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and prepare multiple full set of accounts.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and accruals.
• Manage accounts receivable, including invoice preparation and collection follow-ups.
• Manage accounts payable and ensure timely and accurate vendor payments.
• Perform weekly bank reconciliations.
• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Liaise with external service providers, resolving accounting queries, discrepancies and close outstanding matters.
• Monitor financial performance and cash flow.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Work with external accountants, auditors, tax agents on accounting and compliance matters.
• Act as contact point for audits and prepare audited financial statements.
• Prepare quarterly tax filings (GST/VAT, ECI) and coordinate with external providers for annual tax submissions.
• Prepare XBRL filings in accordance with ACRA requirements.

Requirements:

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems such as Xero.
• Competency in GST treatment for reimbursement / disbursements.
• Hands-on experience maintaining full set of accounts.
• Familiar with multicurrency accounting and transactions.

Personal Attributes

• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive, meticulous, and able to work independently.
• Committed, reliable, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• A team-oriented professional who contributes to a positive, cohesive work environment.
• Demonstrates a dedicated approach to self-development, staying abreast of the latest tax regulations and accounting standards.