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Your new company

Client is a leading provider of mailing, inserting and sortation equipment working closely with SMEs and Fortune 500 companies. They are urgently looking for a 6+6 months Assistant Accountant to join the team.

There's a good chance to convert this person thereafter as it is a replacement role.

Location: East Central

Salary: up to $4,500 per month

Your new role

The Assistant Accountant supports the full spectrum of accounting functions while assisting with Human Resources and Office Administration in Singapore. This is a hands-on, supporting role ideal for a professional who is keen to grow in a dynamic environment and contribute to financial governance, people support, and operational efficiency.

Financial & Accounting

• Full-Set Accounting Support: Assist in maintaining full sets of accounts, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded in compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Period-End Closing Support: Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including the preparation of accruals, prepayments, depreciation schedules, and other adjusting entries under the supervision of the Finance Manager.
• Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Prepare and issue invoices and monthly Statements of Accounts (SOAs) to customers.

• Monitor overdue accounts and follow up on outstanding payments via email or phone.
• Reconcile customer receipts against outstanding invoices and update AR aging reports.
• Accounts Payable (AP):
• Process staff claims and vendor invoices, ensuring proper approval workflows are obtained.
• Perform 3-way matching (PO/Receipt/Invoice) for vendor payments.
• Schedule and execute payment, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement.
• Cash & Treasury Support:
• Assist in preparing cash flow forecasts and daily cash position reports.
• Support day-to-day cash management and treasury operations.
• Internal Controls & Documentation:
• Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures documentation as directed.
• Ensure compliance with internal control protocols.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Budget Support: Assist in the annual budgeting exercise, including timeline coordination, data collection from department heads, and preliminary financial modelling under the guidance of the Finance Manager.
• Variance Tracking: Support the tracking and reporting of budget vs actual performance, highlighting significant variances and assisting in root cause analysis for management review.

Tax & Compliance

• GST & Statutory Filings: Assist in the preparation and filing of GST submissions and CPF filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in compliance with IRAS and MOM requirements.
• Corporate Tax Support: Support the preparation of corporate tax computations and schedules, assisting in tax return filings and responding to queries from tax authorities.

Human Resources

• Payroll Support:
• Assist in monthly payroll processing, including data entry, staff claims verification, leave balance tracking, and attendance record maintenance.
• Support CPF submissions and other statutory filings under supervision.
• Work Pass Administration: Assist in Employment Pass, S-Pass, and Work Permit applications, renewals, and cancellations with the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).
• Onboarding & Offboarding: Support employee lifecycle processes, including preparing onboarding materials, maintaining employee Files, and coordinating exit procedures.

Office Administration

• Office Operations:
• Oversee daily office operations, including vendor management, procurement of office supplies, and maintenance of service contracts.
• Coordinate office maintenance, equipment servicing, and facility-related matters.
• General Support:
• Provide administrative support to management, including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements, and document preparation.
• Assist in coordinating staff events, team-building activities, and company functions.

Cross-Functional Backup: Provide cross-functional coverage and support for other administrative and finance team members as required.

What you'll need to succeed

. Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

. Professionally qualified accountant.

. Minimum5-8 years of relevant finance experience

What you'll get in return
This is an exciting opportunity to join an MNC. You will be part of a dynamic team and you will be remunerated at market competitive rates.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ernie at Hays on +65 6424 0157 or [Confidential Information] for a confidential discussion.

Referrals are welcome.

Registration ID No. R1329386 | EA License number: 07C3924 | Company Registration No. 200609504D