Assistant Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to support the Accountant in maintaining a full set of accounts and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

The role covers billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, fixed assets, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and month-end and year-end closing. The successful candidate will also support finance-related projects, process improvements, and system implementation and testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounting functions, including billing, accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable (A/P), general ledger (GL), account reconciliations, and revenue recognition.

• Assist in maintaining a full set of accounts and proper accounting records.

• Prepare trial balances, financial reports, and supporting schedules.

• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing and financial reporting.

• Prepare GST reports and perform GST reconciliations.

• Manage fixed asset accounting, including maintaining the fixed asset register and ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation.

• Prepare and submit claims to government agencies and other grant providers.

• Ensure compliance with statutory and internal finance, tax, audit, filing, and reporting requirements.

• Liaise with internal stakeholders and provide relevant financial information and analysis when required.

• Liaise with external parties, including auditors, tax advisors, banks, and regulatory authorities.

• Assist with the implementation and improvement of accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.

• Participate in finance system implementation, testing, and related projects as required.

• Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy, ACCA qualification, or equivalent professional qualification.

• At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with experience handling a full set of accounts.

• Strong working knowledge of SAP Business One (SAP B1), with experience in system implementation or related projects preferred.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

• Good understanding of accounting principles, GST, financial reporting, and statutory requirements.

• Detail-oriented and meticulous, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple deadlines.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Candidates who are able to commence work immediately or within a short notice period will have an added advantage.

What We Offer

• Salary: $5,500-$6,500 per month

• Five-day work week