Senior Accountant

ADVANCED SUBSTRATE TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Singapore is looking for an experienced accounting professional to manage end-to-end accounting operations, ensure compliance, and support financial projects. The ideal candidate has a strong working knowledge of Singapore FRS and tax compliance, at least 8 years of relevant experience, and is detail-oriented with strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing accounting functions, financial closings, budgeting, and process improvements. This position offers the opportunity to enhance internal controls and contribute to financial initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Hands-on experience managing full sets of accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage full spectrum of accounting functions including AR, AP, and employee claims.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Drive costing and manufacturing accounting including inventory valuation and cost variance analysis.
• Support external and internal audits, strengthening internal controls and compliance.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of Singapore FRS

Solid understanding of GST and Singapore tax compliance

Strong Excel skills

Experience working with Oracle NetSuite

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional qualification (CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

This role is responsible for end-to-end accounting operations, financial close, compliance, and financial projects. The position will also play a key role in manufacturing costing, ERP/system initiatives, and strengthening internal controls.

Accounting & Financial Close

• Manage full spectrum of accounting functions including AR, AP, and employee claims
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Review bank reconciliations, VCC reconciliations.

Tax, Compliance & Reporting

• Assist in tax matters and statutory compliance, including corporate tax and GST
• Review GST preparation and ensure compliance with Singapore regulations
• Ensure financial reporting is compliant with Singapore FRS

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support and coordinate budgeting and forecasting activities
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support management decision-making

Manufacturing & Costing

• Drive costing and manufacturing accounting, including inventory valuation, WIP, and cost variance analysis
• Work closely with operations to improve cost visibility and controls

Systems & Process Improvement

• Strong involvement in ERP systems usage and improvements
• Assist in system implementations, upgrades, or process automation initiatives
• Improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation

Audit, Controls & Projects

• Support external and internal audits, including audit schedules and queries
• Strengthen internal controls and compliance frameworks
• Lead or participate in financial projects and cross-functional initiatives

Job Requirements

Experience & Background

• Minimum 8 years of relevant accounting experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred, though not mandatory
• Hands‑on experience managing full sets of accounts

Technical Skills

• Strong working knowledge of Singapore FRS
• Solid understanding of GST and Singapore tax compliance
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis; VBA is a plus)
• Experience working with Oracle NetSuite is a plus

Professional Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional qualification (CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred

Soft Skills & Mindset

• Detail‑oriented with strong ownership and accountability
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable leading initiatives and working cross‑functionally
• Practical, hands‑on, and improvement‑driven mindset