Senior Executive (Accounts)

Future Technology Devices International Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced accountant to manage financial statements and cash flow. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of general accounting experience and be proficient in both English and Chinese for reporting purposes. Knowledge of SAP Business One and VAT/GST regulations is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of general accounting experience is advantageous.
• Required to read and write Chinese for reporting.
• Knowledge of transfer pricing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review group financial statements.
• Manage cash flow and prepare cash forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with audit and tax filing requirements.

Skills

General accounting experience

Knowledge of VAT/GST

Positive working attitude

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Accountancy Degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP Business One

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Hands-on experience with knowledge of full spectrum of accounts

Efficiently undertake a range of duties related to the accounting/bookkeeping/treasury function of the business.

Support the business in managing corporate liquidity and risk related to the company’s financial and treasury activities.

Responsibilities

General ledger Function

• Prepare, review, and ensure accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual Consolidated Group Financial Statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial data and ensure timely month end closing
• Prepare month-end reconciliations and journals
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Assist in the preparation of tax filings and liaise with auditors and tax agent.
• Ensure all disbursements for vendor invoice and staff claims are processed timely and accurately and comply to policies and regulations
• Assist in-country compliance with government regulations including external audits and tax returns and surveys
• Review and approve staff claims, payment request, delivery note with support with approval from management in SAP

Treasury Function

• In Charge of the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Manage cash flow, monitor daily cash balances, and optimize cash utilization.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts to facilitate financial planning.
• Oversee currency exchange, hedging, and investment activities.
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and provide variance analysis.
• Any other ad-hoc tasks from management

Additional Responsibilities

• a) Any reasonable task assigned by management and deemed to be within the individual’s capabilities to ensure smooth running of the business.
• b) As this is an evolving business, ongoing change is an integral part of the position. Management will liaise with the individual on any fundamental change to work practices. The individual is required to embrace and adopt any change to working practices.

Knowledge and skill requirements

• a) Accountancy in Degree or equivalent certificate
• b) At least 5 years of general accounting experience is advantageous
• c) Candidates are required to read and write Chinese as candidate will be in charge of reporting for China Entity
• d) Has prior working experience with China accounts will be preferred.
• e) Knowledge of VAT/GST, withholding tax and transfer pricing is advantageous
• f) SAP Business one experience will be advantage.
• g) Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Computer literate with the ability to learn new software applications.
• h) Positive working attitude with a high level of initiative
• i) Good interpersonal and communication skill
• j) Meticulous, able to work independently as well as in a team
• k) Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.