Senior Accounts Executive

marketing institute of singapore (mis), the; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 40 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Marketing Institute of Singapore (MIS) in Singapore is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to manage day-to-day accounting activities, including AP, AR, and GL, and to lead month-end close and financial reporting processes.

The role focuses on accuracy, compliance, and timely financial insights, with responsibilities spanning budgeting support, cash flow monitoring, and liaison with auditors and tax agents as needed.

Qualificações

• Diploma or degree in accounting/finance.
• Hands-on experience in accounting, preferably full-set.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience in AP, AR, bank reconciliation and month-end closing.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to manage deadlines and multiple priorities independently.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills across departments.
• Experience liaising with auditors/tax agents is an advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, GL).
• Prepare monthly journal entries, account schedules, and bank reconciliations.
• Execute month-end closing per timelines and procedures.
• Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheets, and supporting schedules.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and maintain fixed asset registers.
• Prepare management and statutory reports and assist budgeting/forecasting.
• Process supplier invoices and maintain records for procurement.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, and tax agents; support regulatory reporting.

Conhecimentos

Numerical accuracy

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Deadline management

Cross-department collaboration

Formação académica

Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance

Ferramentas

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Month-End Closing

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL) activities.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, account schedules, and bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Execute month-end closing activities in accordance with established timelines and accounting procedures.
• Prepare monthly Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, and supporting financial schedules.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate fixed asset registers, ensuring proper asset recording, classification, and tagging.

Financial Reporting & Planning

• Prepare timely management reports, statutory financial reports, and financial analyses to support business decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation, consolidation, and monitoring of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor cash flow positions and provide regular updates to management to support effective financial planning.
• Track budget utilization, analyze financial variances, and highlight significant discrepancies or potential financial risks to management.

Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

• Generate sales invoices and official receipts accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and proactively follow up with customers to ensure timely collection of payments.
• Prepare and maintain weekly and monthly Accounts Receivable (AR) ageing reports.
• Maintain accurate customer account records, payment transactions, and supporting documentation.

Accounts Payable & Procurement Support

• Process supplier invoices and approved Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with established financial procedures.
• Verify the completeness of supporting documents and ensure the appropriate approvals are obtained before processing payments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchase orders, supplier invoices, and payment transactions.
• Provide administrative support for procurement-related documentation and coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders as required.

Compliance & External Liaison

• Liaise with external auditors, banks, tax agents, and other professional advisers on finance-related matters.
• Support statutory audits, tax submissions, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Maintain effective financial controls and ensure adherence to established accounting policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify and investigate financial discrepancies or internal control issues, escalating significant findings to management where necessary.

Staff Claims & General Duties

• Review, process, and prepare monthly staff claims in accordance with company policies and established procedures.
• Maintain well-organized financial records and documentation to ensure accuracy, traceability, and audit readiness.

Undertake other finance, accounting, and administrative responsibilities as assigned by management.

Key Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.

Relevant hands-on experience in accounting and finance, preferably with exposure to full-set accounts.

Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Hands-on experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Experience in AP, AR, bank reconciliation and month-end closing.

Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

Able to manage deadlines and multiple priorities independently.

Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.

Responsible, organized and able to maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.

Experience liaising with auditors, tax agents and other external parties would be an advantage.