SENIOR ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

RELIANCE MANPOWER SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Singapore is searching for a Senior Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. The successful candidate will handle full accounts payable functions, assist with financial accounting deliverables, and ensure compliance with established policies. You will be responsible for preparing key financial statements, conducting reconciliations, and supporting audit processes. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, multicultural environment with a focus on professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years relevant working experience in accounts payable and reconciliations.
• Experience in preparing BAS and statutory reports.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full accounts payable function including processing invoices.
• Prepare annual financial statements and monthly reconciliations.
• Conduct regular reviews of policies and procedures for compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

Pronto GL

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

OceanaGold is seeking a highly professional and experienced Senior Accounts Assistant who will have the opportunity to work closely with our Finance Manager.

This role is responsible for performing the full accounts payable function, which includes processing invoices, coding/checking invoices, entering data into Pronto and processing payments, according to company policies and deadlines. You will identify any errors or discrepancies before processing. Additionally, you will assist the finance team in monthly and quarterly financial accounting deliverables including journals, reconciliations, BAS and financial statements preparation.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Maintain accurately and timely the General Ledger for multiple small corporate entities within the group using Pronto GL software.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements as required within deadlines for further review.
• Produce timely and high-quality Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations including intercompany, bank and related journal entries.
• Prepare commentary/variance analysis on corporate entities, selected costs and assist with Group commentary.
• Compile and submit BAS for GST returns accurately and within deadlines.
• Conduct regular reviews of policies and procedures to identify any issues and provide suggested improvements to ensure compliance with Auditor requirements and maximum efficiency.
• Complete weekly cash reports and payment forecasting, reviewing all bank account balances for Melbourne/Canada offices.
• Arrange intercompany funds transfers and complete monthly intercompany recharges.
• Provide effective support to the finance team in various accounting and financial tasks.
• Assist in ad hoc tasks/projects as required by the Finance team.
• Participate in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
• Liaise with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of financial controls and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor and reconcile petty cash accounts, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to company policies.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports for management and stakeholders as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, preferably with CPA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 2 to 3 years relevant working experience on processing of Accounts payable, bank reconciliations, payment forecasting, Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations, Balance sheet and P&L analysis.
• High attention to details and high degree of accuracy is a must.
• Self-starter, highly organised and independent.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Work closely with internal teams in global and multi-cultural set-up.
• Positive attitude and with strong team spirit.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in accounting software, preferably Pronto GL, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data.
• Experience in preparing BAS (Business Activity Statements) and other statutory reports.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.