COMPANY ACCOUNTANT
Job Summary
You should have a firm grasp of accounting and financial practices and regulations and possess strong computer and verbal and written communication skills. To ensure success, Accountants should be prompt, honest, detail-oriented, professional, and analytical. Top candidates will have excellent presentation skills with the ability to successfully communicate complex quantitative data to decision-makers.
Responsibilities
- Manage full spectrum of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions to ensure timely payments and collections
- Arrange and process supplier payments and follow up on Accounts Receivable collections to maintain cash flow
- Maintain full sets of accounts by accurately entering data into the accounting system and organizing financial records
- Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial forecasts to support business planning
- Compile, analyze, and report financial data to provide actionable insights for management and stakeholders
- Create periodic reports including balance sheets and profit & loss statements for internal and external use
- Present financial data clearly to managers, investors, and other relevant parties to facilitate informed decision-making
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, internal control procedures, and Singapore financial regulations including GST reporting
- Perform audits and resolve discrepancies to maintain accuracy and integrity of financial records
- Compute taxes and prepare quarterly GST submissions in accordance with current legislation
- Stay updated on changes in financial legislation and accounting standards to ensure ongoing compliance
- Assist management in decision-making by preparing budgets and financial forecasts aligned with organizational goals
Required competencies and certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
- Proficiency in Xero Accounting Software
- Strong knowledge of Singapore financial regulations and GST reporting
Preferred competencies and qualifications
- Strong analytical skills demonstrated through financial data analysis and reporting
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for presenting complex financial information
- Proficient computer skills for managing accounting software and data systems