Senior Finance Executive (Real Estate / Property Development) | S$5,500 basic

RECRUIT NOW SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUIT NOW SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a Senior Finance Executive to manage financial and accounting operations for designated entities within the organisation.

The role focuses on financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and audit coordination to support regional finance teams. Applicants with strong real estate or property development background are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or Diploma in Accountancy.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or audit (ideally in real estate/property).
• CA/CPA or equivalent qualification is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, GST, and tax compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, especially VLOOKUP and PivotTables.
• Experience with Yardi, IFCA or ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payments, GL, fixed assets, Capex, and monthly closings.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Prepare GST returns and coordinate tax computations for statutory filings; liaise with secretariat for filings.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax agents on audit, tax, and compliance matters.
• Collaborate with HQ and outsourced finance teams on reporting and processes; drive system enhancements.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Tax compliance

Audit coordination

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Diploma in Accountancy

Tools

Yardi

IFCA

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Finance Executive

• Industry: Real Estate / Property Development
• Salary: S$5,500 basic + Mobile Allowance + AWS + Variable Bonus
• Working Location: South Beach Tower
• Working Days: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

About the Company

Our client is part of an established property development and real estate group with a diversified portfolio spanning property development, investment, and management. The group focuses on creating quality developments and delivering long-term value through its real estate business across various markets.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Executive to manage financial and accounting operations for designated entities within the organisation.

The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, month-end closing, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and audit coordination while supporting business operations and the regional finance team. Candidates with a strong background in real estate or property development are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payments, general ledger, fixed assets, capital expenditure (Capex), and monthly closing activities.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, annual budgets, and forecasting reports.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and key financial performance indicators.

2. Tax, Audit & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare GST returns and review corporate tax computations for statutory filing.
• Review XBRL submissions and liaise with the corporate secretary on annual filing requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax agents on audit, tax, and compliance matters.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal company policies.
• Keep abreast of changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry developments.

3. Business & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to support operational and financial matters.
• Coordinate financial reporting with the headquarters finance team and outsourced finance teams handling accounts payable and receivable.
• Collaborate with the IT team on finance system enhancements and implementation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or a Diploma in Accountancy.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or audit, preferably within the real estate or property development industry.
• CA, CPA, or an equivalent professional qualification will be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), GST, and tax compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, particularly VLOOKUP and PivotTables.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems such as Yardi or IFCA will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable, proactive, and committed to continuous process improvement.