Assistant Accountant

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The Salvation Army has been touching lives in Singapore since 1935 and we remain committed in serving the underprivileged in the community without discrimination. To us, every life is precious and we actively help those in need regardless of age, race or religion.

Throughout the years, we have established a comprehensive network of social services to meet a wide range of needs in our community. Our diverse programmes reach out to children who need care and protection, families in material need, ailing aged requiring quality nursing care and other needy segments in our society.

Our spiritual ministry also reaches out to the people in the community to provide counsel to those in need. We are there to help guide those in need towards finding their identity and purpose in life.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle the full spectrum of financial accounting and management reporting function for an overseas operation under the Salvation Army Territory, including timely preparation of month end report and annual budgets
• Work closely with the overseas operation team and cross-functional stakeholders to provide support to ensure seamless finance operations
• In-depth analysis of monthly Income & Expenditure to provide insight on variances
• Responsible for the financial accounting of Projects transactions, including reconciliation and monitoring of Project balances regularly
• Manage the activities of the Investment function, including the preparation of monthly reports, liaising with investment managers and organise Investment Committee meetings
• Manage and monitor the organisation's portfolio of fixed deposits, including the review of strategies to maximise returns
• Handle the bank administration function, including liaising with banks and reviewing banking processes
• Process corporate credit card transactions, ensuring its compliance with company policies
• Ensure statutory financial and tax compliance
• Support the requirements of internal and external audits
• Review and suggest improvements to processes and procedures
• Support the Director of Finance on ad-hoc duties

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Accounting or ACCA / relevant professional accounting qualification
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in similar capacity/role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, meticulous with an eye for detail
• Hands-on and proactive with ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of Oracle Fusion ERP system will be an advantage
• Occasional regional travel will be required
• Strong communication and good interpersonal skills
• A highly motivated and organized individual, and a resourceful team player

OTHER INFORMATION

Working Hours

• Total 44 hours per work week
• 8.30am to 5pm - Monday to Friday (1 hour lunch break)

Working Location

Territorial Headquarters

20 Bishan Street 22, Singapore 579768

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - The Salvation Army Singapore