Senior Accounts Executive / Accountant

OHIMA INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

OHIMA INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD. is seeking a Senior Accounts Executive/Accountant to independently manage the full set of accounts, ensure accurate records, and lead monthly closings.

You will prepare financial statements and coordinate with auditors, banks and internal teams to maintain compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements. The role requires hands-on experience with monthly closing, reconciliations, and reporting, plus strong Excel and ERP skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting or Finance. ACCA/CA Singapore qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years of experience at Senior Accounts Executive or Accountant level with full set of accounts.
• Hands-on experience in monthly closing and financial statement preparation.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles (SFRS) and financial reporting requirements.
• Intercompany accounting and reconciliation experience is an advantage.
• Proficient in Excel (PivotTables, lookups, financial schedules) and ERP/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage full set of accounts: GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, bank transactions.
• Execute monthly closing within required timeline and post month-end journals.
• Prepare P&L, Balance Sheet, cash flow, and supporting schedules.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and maintain fixed asset registers.
• Coordinate BU consolidations and intercompany reconciliations during consolidation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies and statutory requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or diploma

ACCA/CA (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/accounting software

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Accounts Executive / Accountant is responsible for independently managing the full set of accounts, maintaining accurate and timely financial records, leading monthly closing activities, and preparing financial reports. The role works closely with internal departments, relevant business units, auditors, banks and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies and statutory requirements.

Job Descriptions

Full Set of Accounts & Monthly Closing

• Handle a full set of accounts, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, and bank transactions.
• Perform monthly financial closing accurately and within the required reporting timeline.
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, provisions, and other closing adjustments.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure outstanding items are properly investigated and resolved.
• Prepare monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash and bank balances.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and ensure accurate recording of additions, disposals and depreciation.
• Review accounts to ensure completeness, accuracy and proper classification of transactions.

Business Unit (BU) Consolidation & Reporting

• Prepare monthly BU consolidation and consolidated financial statements.
• Coordinate with relevant departments and business units to ensure timely submission of monthly financial information and supporting schedules.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and follow up on discrepancies with relevant parties.
• Perform intercompany balance and transaction eliminations during the consolidation process.
• Ensure consistent application of accounting policies and financial reporting requirements across business units.
• Prepare consolidation schedules and supporting workings for management review.
• Analyse monthly financial results and explain significant variances to management.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Review supplier invoices, payment documentation and accounting entries.
• Prepare payment schedules and process payments according to the company's approval procedures.
• Monitor customer accounts, receipts and outstanding balances.
• Follow up on overdue receivables and assist with collection activities.
• Ensure AP and AR sub-ledgers are reconciled to the General Ledger.

Tax, Audit & Statutory Compliance

• Handle GST preparation, reconciliation and submission.
• Support corporate income tax computations and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documents and coordinate external and internal audits.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, corporate secretaries and other professional advisers when required.
• Ensure accounting records comply with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements and internal policies.

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts together with the Financial Controller.
• Prepare actual-versus-budget comparisons and variance analysis.
• Support management with financial information and ad-hoc financial analysis as required.

Internal Controls & Other Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the company's financial policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Maintain proper accounting documentation and filing for audit and statutory purposes.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency and internal controls.
• Support the Financial Controller in finance-related projects and ad-hoc assignments.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. A professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA or CA Singapore) will be an advantage.
• Minimum3 years of experience at Senior Accounts Executive or Accountant level, with hands-on experience managing a full set of accounts.
• Proven hands-on experience in monthly financial closing and preparation of financial statements.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles (SFRS)and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in intercompany accounting and reconciliation is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, lookup functions and financial schedules.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision, take ownership of the full set of accounts and monthly closing, and meet tight reporting deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with different