Junior Accountant (Singapore Office)

HELLO PLANET PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Nasdaq-listed company is seeking an accountant to manage financial reporting and daily operations in a dynamic global market. The ideal candidate will be proficient in both English and Chinese, highly organized, and ready to adapt to proprietary systems. Join us for a collaborative environment with strong growth potential and flexible work options.

Benefits

Flexible Hybrid Work Model

Annual Learning Budget for language learning

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Mentorship & Coaching

Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant accounting experience managing full sets of accounts.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and GST filing.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing and financial reporting.
• Manage daily accounting operations and full set of accounts in accordance with IFRS.
• Prepare annual financial statements and ensure timely filing of GST & corporate tax returns.

Skills

Proficiency in Chinese

Strong Excel skills

Adaptability to new systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/ACCA qualification

Job description

Important Note: Our accounting system is a proprietary, internally developed platform based on Oracle, fully customized for our operational needs. It does not resemble conventional systems like Xero, QuickBooks, or SAP. The interface is entirely in Chinese, and prior system experience does not provide a transferable advantage. Therefore, proficiency in Chinese and a high level of adaptability to unfamiliar systems are critical for success in this role.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing and financial reporting
2. Manage daily accounting operations and maintain the full set of accounts in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
3. Coordinate and liaise with internal teams to support intercompany transactions and reconciliations
4. Manage payment processing, including preparing and scheduling vendor and intercompany payments through our designated bank platforms
5. Prepare annual financial statements and ensure timely filing of GST & WHT (quarterly) and corporate tax returns, along with other statutory compliance tasks
6. Collaborate with external parties, including auditors, tax agents, corporate secretaries, and local authorities as required
7. Assist in the annual statutory audit and related audit deliverables
8. Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency
9. Support forecasting and budgeting exercise as requested for management accounting purposes
10. Perform other ad-hoc finance duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA/ACCA qualification is a plus
• At least 1 year of relevant accounting experience, including management of full sets of accounts
• Good understanding of accounting principles, GST filing, and reconciliations
• A strong command of both English and Chinese (written and oral) would be preferred, as the role involves liaising with Chinese-speaking stakeholders and working with an accounting system that is in Chinese.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Strong Excel skills, especially in using formulas and pivot tables.
• Demonstrated adaptability and a willingness to learn proprietary systems that differ from standard commercial accounting software.

Why join us?

• Global Company Impact: Be part of a leading Nasdaq-listed internet company with a worldwide footprint
• International Exposure: Work across dynamic global markets and cross-functional teams
• Career Growth Environment: Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting with strong development potential
• Flexible Hybrid Work Model: Balance in-office collaboration and remote flexibility
• Annual Learning Budget: For language learning
• Mentorship & Coaching: Access to experienced mentors and leadership coaching
• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Global Offsites: Annual gatherings in exciting locations to connect with teammates
• Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives: Inclusive programs that foster belonging for all