Junior Accountant

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Junior Accountant in Singapore to support its finance team. Ideal candidates are fresh graduates with strong communication skills and a diploma in accounting, preferably fluent in both English and Chinese. The role involves supporting daily financial operations, managing accounts, assisting in compliance and reporting, and contributing to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Open to fresh graduates; experience in financial shared services is a plus.
• Professional certifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) are an advantage.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and working with auditors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support daily accounts payable and receivable for APAC markets.
• Assist with month-end closing, reporting, and compliance.
• Contribute to process improvements and KPI tracking.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Fluent in English

Fluent in Chinese

Education

Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Location: Singapore

About the Opportunity

My client is a global biopharmaceutical company with a long-standing mission to improve health outcomes worldwide. For over three decades, they’ve been at the forefront of developing innovative treatments for serious diseases including HIV, viral hepatitis, cancer, and more recently, COVID-19. With a strong focus on scientific advancement and global access, they are committed to making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, empowering its people to lead, grow, and innovate. This role is part of their global finance team based in Singapore, supporting global operations through high-impact financial services in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily accounts payable and receivable activities for China and other APAC markets

• Handle vendor onboarding, PO setup, invoice processing, expense claims, and payments

• Manage customer account setup, credit checks, collections, and sales order processing

• Assist with month-end closing, reporting, and compliance with internal controls and GAAP

• Respond to audit queries and support internal/external audit processes

• Contribute to process improvements and KPI tracking

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support training initiatives

• Remain flexible to evolving business needs, including potential job rotations

• Perform other ad hoc tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Open to fresh graduates; experience in financial shared services is a plus

• Fluent in both English and Chinese (spoken and written) to liaise with regional counterparts

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred

• Professional certifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) are an advantage

• Solid understanding of accounting principles

• Familiarity with SOX compliance and working with auditors is a plus

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Able to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure

• Team-oriented, self-motivated, and detail-focused

Interested applicants, please click APPLY NOW

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Bryan Ashwin
JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd
EA License Number: 90C3026
EA Personnel: R24122938

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