Finance Executive

Brighton College (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Singapore is seeking an experienced finance/accounting professional. Responsibilities include managing account receivables and payables, preparing invoices, and handling GST reporting. The ideal candidate holds a degree in accounting, has at least 2-3 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in English and Chinese. Join the team to support financial operations and contribute positively to the work environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-3 years in finance accounting is required.
• Professional attitude and appearance are necessary.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese is preferred.
• Ability to contribute positively and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue invoices and relevant accounting records.
• Review staff claims and process claims payment.
• Prepare quarterly GST report and withholding tax filing.
• Support Finance Manager on month-end closing reporting.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Resourceful and proactive

Excellent organizational skills

Good written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking and time-management

Education

Degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

NetSuite Oracle

Advanced MS Excel

Job description

Responsibilities:

Account Receivables

• Prepare and issue invoices and relevant accounting records
• Response to customers’ queries
• Follow up on collection
• Receipts process and relevant accounting records
• Report AR status
• Issue monthly intercompany invoices

Account Payables

• Review staff claims and process claims payment
• Record bills for invoices received
• Prepare bank instruction and raise bill payment records
• Response to vendors’ queries
• Record monthly intercompany invoices received
• Create Purchase Orders for Purchase Requisitions raised (when needed)

Insurances

• Purchase of fee insurances, related records, and reporting.
• Other insurances claims processing/ support

Taxation

• Prepare quarterly GST report
• Prepare GST amendments and audit
• Prepare withholding tax filing

Finance Closing & Projects

• Prepare bank reconciliation and other balance sheets account schedule
• Support Finance Manager on month end closing reporting process
• Provide administrative support during budget preparation
• Participate in annual audits
• Perform fixed asset tagging and annual counts exercise
• Support other regulatory compliance reports

Procurement (Cover)

• Processing purchase requests
• Accepting and sorting deliveries
• Delivery to requestors

Performing other ad-hoc assignments and projects as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-3 years finance accounting
• Degree level qualification in accounting or related field
• Possess professional attitude and appearance
• Delivery of excellent customer service attitude to prospective families that includes English and Chinese speaking parents. Proficiency in both languages are preferred.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issue arise
• Able to contribute positively as part of a team, helping on various tasks as required
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with ability to prioritize tasks
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail, with an ability to spot numerical errors
• Good knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite & NetSuite Oracle
• Advanced MS Excel skills

SAFEGUARDING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Brighton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to rigorous background checks, the receipt of satisfactory references, the College’s pre-employment medical question, relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates. The College understands that a robust, fair and transparent recruitment and selection policy plays a central role in achieving this aim.

The College is committed to ensuring that the recruitment and selection of staff is conducted in a manner that is systematic, efficient and effective and promotes equality of opportunity.

© Brighton College (Singapore) Pte Ltd

CPE Registration Number: 201904884D

Period of Registration : 14 October 2023 to 13 October 2027

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