Senior Accountant

Job Responsibilities

1. Full Sets of Accounts & Financial Reporting

• Manage full sets of accounts for three Singapore-based entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Analyse financial variances and provide explanations for significant fluctuations.

2. GST & Tax Compliance

• Prepare and submit quarterly GST returns (GST F5) and ensure compliance with IRAS requirements.
• Perform GST reconciliations and ensure accurate GST treatment of transactions.
• Coordinate with tax agents on corporate income tax computations and annual tax filings.

3. Intercompany Accounting

• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations across group entities.
• Coordinate with related entities to resolve intercompany discrepancies.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of intercompany loans, management fees and shared expenses.
• Prepare intercompany schedules for group reporting and consolidation purposes.

4. Team Supervision & Development

• Supervise and coach Finance Executive in daily accounting operations.
• Review accounting entries, reconciliations and supporting schedules prepared by the Finance Executive.
• Provide guidance and training to improve accounting accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned accounting tasks.

5. Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Address audit queries and assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS(I)) and statutory requirements.

6. Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Maintain proper accounting records and documentation.
• Support accounting system enhancements and improvements.
• Perform other ad hoc finance-related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a commercial environment.
• Proven experience handling full sets of accounts independently, preferably for multiple entities.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards and GST regulations.
• Hands-on experience in month-end closing, GST reporting and intercompany reconciliations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with Xero is an advantage.
• Prior experience supervising or guiding junior accounting staff is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Independent, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.