Accounts Assistant (Bullion Precious Metals Industry)

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in bookkeeping, hands-on experience with Xero, and the ability to handle high-volume transactions and inventory reconciliation.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Receivable

. Process supplier invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests with strict attention to accuracy.

. Issue sales invoices, track incoming payments, and follow up on overdue accounts.

. Reconcile customer and supplier statements.

. Bank & Inventory Reconciliation

. Perform daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts (including multicurrency).

. Assist with reconciliation of physical inventory against sales and purchases, ensuring discrepancies are flagged promptly.

Xero Management

. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Xero, including chart of accounts management, bank feeds,and transaction coding.

. Assist with preparation of financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries.

GST & Compliance

. Prepare quarterly Submissions in compliance with IRAS requirements.

. Support finance manager with audit schedules and year-end closing processes.

Administrative Support

. Maintain proper filing systems for all financial documents (both digital and physical).

. Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, and suppliers.

Requirements

Education

. Diploma in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent.

. LCCI or partial ACCA qualification is an advantage.

Experience

Minimum 1-2 years of relevant accounting experience (fresh graduates may be considered).

Technical Skills

. Proficiency in Xero is preferred.

. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, basic functions).

. Familiarity with basic accounting principles and Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).

Soft Skills

. High level of accuracy and attention to detail-essential for handling high-value transactions.

. Strong organizational and time management skills to meet month-end deadlines.

. Good communication skills in English (both written and spoken) for liaising with internal and external parties.

. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small finance team.

Preferred (Not Mandatory)

. Experience handling multicurrency transactions (USD, SGD, etc.).

. Knowledge of IRAS regulations specific to precious metals (e.g., GST rules for investment-grade bullion).

What We Offer

. Competitive salary commensurate with experience (range:$2,500 - $3,500, depending on qualifications).

. Opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic industry.

. Supportive team environment.

Position only open to Singapore Citizens andSingapore Permanent Residents.