Finance Executive, Legal Sector (6-Month Contract)

We are seeking a hands-on Finance Executive to join our Singapore office on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. The role supports day-to-day accounting and finance operations across Singapore and the wider APAC region, covering cashiering, client monies, accounts payable, employee expenses, billing and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Process receipts and payments for client and office accounts in accordance with client money regulations and internal policies.
• Perform daily reconciliations and maintain accurate transaction records.
• Monitor client account balances and support internal and external audits.
• Review supplier invoices and ensure compliance with GST and withholding tax requirements.
• Prepare payment runs and ensure timely settlement of obligations.
• Support month-end closing, including accruals, prepayments, journals and fixed-asset records.
• Prepare quarterly GST returns for review.
• Review and process employee expenses and corporate credit-card reconciliations.
• Review client bills and ensure compliance with applicable tax requirements and firm policies.
• Respond to finance queries and guide employees on payment, expense and billing procedures.
• Maintain proper accounting records, segregation of duties and internal controls.
• Support regulatory reporting, audits, compliance reviews and process-improvement initiatives.
• Provide coverage to other APAC finance team members when required.
• Perform other finance-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Diploma in Accountancy or an equivalent qualification.
• Approximately 2-5 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, preferably within a legal or professional-services environment.
• Hands-on experience in accounts payable, cashiering, billing, employee expenses and maintaining a full set of accounts.
• Familiarity with client monies regulations governing law firms is preferred.
• Experience with legal financial systems, particularly Aderant, would be advantageous.
• Strong Excel, reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with regional stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, proactive and committed to continuous improvement.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible and willing to support changing business requirements.

EA Licence No:11C5502

Registration No:R1331697