Accountant

Key Responsibilities

1. Full Set of Accounting

• Manage the full set of accounts, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), general ledger, bank reconciliation, month-end closing, and year-end closing.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and financial reports in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and, where applicable, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of accounting records and financial reporting.

1. Multi-Currency Accounting & Foreign Exchange

• Handle accounting transactions involving multiple currencies, including USD, RMB, SGD, and other foreign currencies.
• Maintain accurate foreign currency accounting records and perform foreign currency revaluation at month-end and year-end.
• Calculate and account for realised and unrealised foreign exchange gains and losses (FX gains/losses).
• Understand the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash balances, intercompany transactions, and overall profitability.

1. International Trade & Commercial Finance

• Handle accounting and financial matters relating to international trading and cross-border transactions, including purchases, sales, imports, exports, shipping, customs-related costs, and trade-related expenses.
• Experience in an international trading, commodity trading, or import/export company will be highly preferred.
• Familiarity with common international trade terms and payment methods, including L/C, T/T, D/P, D/A, and other trade finance instruments, will be an advantage.
• Understand the accounting treatment of transactions involving overseas suppliers, customers, distributors, and related parties.

1. Singapore Taxation

• Handle Singapore tax compliance matters and assist with corporate tax and tax-related reporting.
• Maintain proper supporting documentation for tax reporting and ensure compliance with IRAS requirements.
• Liaise with IRAS, tax agents, auditors, and other external professional advisers when required.

1. Statutory Compliance

• Assist with annual statutory reporting and compliance requirements with ACRA and IRAS.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare supporting schedules and documentation for annual audits.

1. Headquarters & Cross-Border Coordination

• Work closely with the China headquarters on financial reporting, cash flow management, intercompany transactions, and other finance-related matters.
• Ensure proper reconciliation and accounting treatment for intercompany balances and cross-border transactions.

Qualifications & Requirements

1. Open to Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents only

1. Educational Background

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Candidates with a Diploma and substantial relevant working experience will also be considered.
• ACCA, CA Singapore, CPA, or equivalent professional qualifications will be highly advantageous.

1. Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, preferably in Singapore.
• Candidates with experience in international trading, commodity trading, import/export, or multinational companies are strongly preferred.
• Experience handling cross-border transactions and working with overseas suppliers and customers will be an advantage.

1. Accounting & Reporting Standards

• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Able to independently manage a full set of accounts and prepare financial statements.
• Strong understanding of month-end and year-end closing procedures.

1. Multi-Currency & Foreign Exchange Accounting

• Strong knowledge of multi-currency accounting and foreign exchange accounting.
• Able to accurately account for transactions denominated in USD, RMB, SGD, EUR, and other foreign currencies.
• Must understand the difference between realised and unrealised foreign exchange gains and losses and their impact on the income statement, balance sheet, and management reporting.
• Experience in managing foreign exchange exposure in an international trading environment will be a strong advantage.

1. Singapore Tax

• Good knowledge of Singapore tax regulations and filing procedures.
• Familiarity with IRAS, corporate income tax, ECI, and other relevant Singapore tax compliance matters.
• Experience liaising with auditors and tax agents is preferred.

1. Accounting & Office Software

• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Strong data analysis and financial reporting skills.

1. Language & Communication

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese.
• Able to communicate effectively with the China headquarters and coordinate with Singapore-based auditors, tax agents, banks, government agencies, suppliers, and customers.

1. Personal Attributes

• Meticulous, detail-oriented, and highly responsible.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of integrity, confidentiality, and compliance.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• A proactive team player with good communication and coordination skills.

Interested applicants are welcome to submit their applications through the link below. https://jsj.top/f/eVSpRp