Accountant (1 year contract)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Contract Accountant to support month-end and year-end closing activities, with a primary focus on General Ledger and Accounts Receivable.

This role will partner closely with the finance team to prepare journal entries, maintain balance sheet schedules, ensure accurate transaction recording, complete timely account reconciliations and assist with financial data clean-up.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, brings strong hands-on experience in GL and AR operations, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day General Ledger and Accounts Receivable operations.
• Support timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure all account reconciliations are complete, accurate, and properly documented.
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with tax computations and statutory filings, including corporate tax and GST.
• Support external audit requirements and respond to auditor inquiries.
• Assist in coordinating with financial institutions/Bank for applications, documentation, and financing matters.
• Maintain compliance with company accounting policies and financial reporting standards.
• Perform other ad hoc tasks, process improvement initiatives, and workflow enhancements as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in full-set accounting, with a focus on General Ledger and Accounts Receivable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables and lookups); experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365/Business Central.
• Experience with Plato clinic system is an advantage.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong time management skills, able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.