General Accountant

ANTS LOGISTIC PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Singapore is seeking a Finance Officer to handle daily finance operations, including accounts management and month-end closing. Candidates must have a degree in accountancy or finance, experience with full set of accounts, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for liaising with various parties. Immediate availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Possess a degree in accountancy or finance.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with full set of accounts is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Handle daily finance operations including posting accounting entries.
• Prepare timely month-end and year-end closing.
• Control Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) aging.

Skills

Microsoft Office applications

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree in accountancy/finance

Job description

Responsibilities

• Handle daily finance operation such as posting of accounting entries, creation of JE’s, posting of transactions to GL and update of cashbook.
• Responsible for timely month-end and year end closing.
• Prepare account reconciliations, journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Overall cash flow management and ensure prompt updates on cash flow related schedules.
• Maintain and update fixed assets register.
• Prepare all financial forecasts and actual reports as required.
• Control AP & AR aging and ensure the recovery of whatever possible debts.
• Prepare electronic fund transfers and payment to vendor.
• Prepare quarterly GST reports.
• Liaise with auditor and company secretary to provide necessary assistance.
• Renewal of company insurances and custom bond.
• Prepare and maintenance of audit schedule.
• Liaise with external parties such as banks, customers, vendors, government agencies and auditors.
• Assist in hiring of new staff and perform billing of invoices when necessary.
• Assist with office administrative work and ad-hoc work assigned by the director from time to time.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a degree in accountancy / finance or equivalent.
• Able to work independently under pressure and in a fast paced environment.
• Prior experience with full set required (a must).
• Well versed in Microsoft Office application.
• Strong interpersonal, mature with communication skills at all levels and responsible and reliable.
• Immediate available / short notice preferred.