Senior Accounts Executive

Ascent Solutions Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial solutions firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Accounting Executive to lead accounts payable functions and ensure compliance with internal controls. The ideal candidate has a Professional Accounting Certification, 3-5 years of experience, and is proficient in QuickBooks Online. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in accounting & finance.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform day to day financial transactions and lead the AP function independently.
• Ensure invoices are recorded accurately and timely.
• Assist with month end closing and year-end audit activities.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Positive work attitude

Independence

Education

Professional Accounting Certification or Diploma in Accounting & Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Approval Max

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, posting and recording accounts payable data. Lead the AP function of Ascent's group accounts, working independently to ensure compliance with internal controls, workflow processes and statutory requirements (e.g. ensure tax compliance for GST, corporate tax and withholding tax declarations).
• Ensure invoices from suppliers/inter-company/staff claims are recorded accurately and timely into the financial system.
• Check that invoices/expenses are properly authorised and process payment when due.
• Maintain the bank book and conduct bank reconciliation.
• Assist with certain accounts receivable tasks, such as invoicing intercompany transactions and managing recurring invoices independently.
• Assist with month end closing and year-end audit activities. As a Senior AE, perform month end tasks independently while working closely with the team to ensure that group consolidated accounts are prepared in compliance with the required standards.

Requirements

• Professional Accounting Certification or Diploma in Accounting & Finance or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in accounting & finance.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and have a positive work attitude.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
• Hands-on experience in QuickBooks Online and Approval Max systems would be an advantage.