Intern – APAC, Accounting

Caldic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Caldic in Singapore is seeking a driven Accounting Intern to join the APAC Finance team. You will gain hands-on exposure to finance operations, accounting and reporting while developing teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills.

You will assist with invoicing, payments and month-end processes, support audits and compliance, and help prepare finance reports and budgets; familiarity with Excel is required.

Qualifications

• Second-year or final-year Bachelor of Accountancy or Diploma in Accounting.
• Prior internship in Accounting/Finance is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with checking, reconciling and validating reports.
• Process invoices, payments, and receipts; reconcile accounts.
• Support Month End Closing and Reporting processes.
• Prepare finance reports and analyze revenue and expenses.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Accountancy

Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you ready to kick-start your Finance career and make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our company is seeking a self-motivated and meticulous Accounting Intern to join our APAC Finance team. This is your chance to gain hands-on and practical experience, develop an understanding of finance operations, accounting and reporting, build professional skills in teamwork, communication and problem solving and build a foundation for a career in finance, accounting and related fields.

NOTE: Please indicate your internship availability period in your CV.

As an Accounting Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to impactful Finance projects: Work alongside our talented team on Finance projects across the APAC region. Assist in checking, reconciling and validating various reports.
• Gain practical experience in Finance Operations: Assist with processing invoices, payments, and receipts. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies. Support Finance team in Month End Closing and Reporting processes.
• Gain Insight on Audit and Compliance Matters: Support internal or external audit processes. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Strengthen your reporting and analytical skills: Assist in preparing finance reports and analyzing financial data such as revenue and expenses. Help in Forecast and Budget preparation.
• Support Finance excellence: Works independently on assigned responsibilities and timely manages the workload of assigned areas in a deadline focused environment. Takes ownership of assigned operational responsibilities to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Learn and develop: Gain exposure to financial software (e.g. Excel, JD Edwards, Insights) and learn about financial processes, regulations, and best practices.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re excited to work with individuals who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow. To thrive in this role, you should bring:

• Academic foundation: You’re a second-year or final-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Accountancy or currently doing a Diploma in Accounting or a related field.
• Practical experience: While not required, prior internship experience in an Accounting/Finance department environment is a plus and will give you a head start.
• Collaborative skills: Ability to communicate and present findings clearly and collaborate well with team members.
• Organizational flair: High level of accuracy, detail-oriented, have strong initiative, is well-organized, and ready to handle multiple tasks with efficiency.
• Tech-savviness: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must for navigating the role seamlessly.

Who You Are:

We’re looking for someone who is not just qualified but also brings a unique blend of energy and authenticity to the role. You’ll shine if you:

• Communicate with confidence: You’re fluent in English, and fluency in Chinese is a strong advantage for navigating the APAC region.
• Build strong connections: With excellent interpersonal skills, you can work seamlessly with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Thrive on learning: You’re eager to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of Finance department, ready to soak up knowledge and new experiences.
• Take initiative: Your hands-on, can-do mentality means you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and make things happen.
• Collaborate with enthusiasm: You’re a true team player who loves working alongside others to achieve shared goals.
• Stay grounded: You bring a down-to-earth, authentic attitude, with no-nonsense energy and a focus on what truly matters, not titles or status.