Senior Accountant

BIZLINK CENTRE SINGAPORE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Singapore is seeking a meticulous and proactive Senior Accountant to oversee financial operations. This role requires preparing financial statements, managing audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accountancy and a minimum of 5 years in relevant experience, demonstrating strong analytical and communication skills. Opportunities for collaboration with leadership and program teams are also included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of CAS, SFRS, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in audit management and investment portfolio monitoring will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations including general ledger management.
• Lead and manage annual audit processes.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the organization’s investment portfolio.
• Collaborate with teams to provide financial insights.

Skills

Meticulous

Analytical

Organized

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CA, CPA)

Job description

Senior Accountant

About the Role

We are looking for a meticulous and proactive Senior Accountant to oversee the full spectrum of financial operations, from accounting and compliance to audit and investment portfolio management. You will play a key role in ensuring strong financial governance, supporting strategic decision-making, and upholding transparency across all financial activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with Charities Accounting Standard (CAS) and SFRS.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations including general ledger management, reconciliations, and financial reporting to management and the Board.
• Lead and manage annual audit processes — from planning, coordination, and documentation to timely completion and resolution of audit matters.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements from the Commissioner of Charities (COC), IRAS, and other relevant authorities.
• Oversee grants, donations, and restricted funds, ensuring proper documentation, monitoring of fund utilization, and issuance of tax-deductible receipts.
• Manage the organization’s investment portfolio, ensuring prudent investment practices and preparation of performance reports for management and the Finance Committee.
• Strengthen internal controls, financial procedures, and accounting policies to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and risk management.
• Collaborate with programme, operations, and leadership teams to provide financial insights that support effective planning and decision-making.
• Support the preparation of financial and governance documents for Board and Committee meetings.

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CA, CPA).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of CAS, SFRS, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in audit management and investment portfolio monitoring will be an advantage.
• Meticulous, analytical, and organized, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.