Job Responsibilities
- Take full responsibility for end-to-end accounting management at both real estate development company and project levels, including general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, fixed assets, project costs, and development expenditure accounting.
- Actively participate in cost accumulation, expense allocation, and progress accounting across different stages of real estate development (land acquisition / design / approvals / construction / completion), ensuring high alignment between financial records and actual project progress.
- Manage and account for various consultant and contractor costs, including but not limited to:
o Design consultants, project management consultants, quantity surveyors (QS), legal, tax, engineering, and other professional service fees
o Contractor progress payments, variation orders, advance payments, retention sums, and related accounting treatments - Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, supporting management in project financial analysis, cost control, and cash flow management.
- Handle or assist with local tax matters for real estate projects in Singapore / Malaysia and overseas, including but not limited to:
o GST / SST
o Corporate income tax o Withholding tax, particularly in relation to cross-border consultants and contractors - Liaise directly with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and relevant authorities, and support annual audits, tax filings, and compliance reviews.
- Assist in improving financial processes, internal controls, and project financial management systems, supporting simultaneous operations across multiple entities and projects.
Qualification and Requirements
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline holders of CPA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent professional qualifications) are preferred.
- At least 5 years of accounting experience, including a minimum of 3 years in real estate or project-based enterprises (development, investment, property management, or construction).
- Familiar with Singapore or Malaysia accounting standards and tax regulations experience in cross-border or multi-entity accounting is an advantage.
- Able to work independently on accounting and financial reporting strong numerical sensitivity and logical thinking.
- Fluent in both English and Mandarin essential, to work with internal and external stakeholders, with strong communication skills and the ability to liaise directly with auditors, banks, and external consultants.
- Highly responsible, able to adapt to project-driven timelines and periodic work pressure.
Other information:
. 5 days work week
. Working hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
. Working location: Tanjong Pagar
. Prefer candidates who can commence immediately
