Accountant (1 year contract)

The company is a fast-growing, boutique international trading company looking for an agile, experienced, and hands-on Accountant. This role will be responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day accounting activities and supporting the finance function across its trading operations.

As a key member of the finance team, you will oversee the full spectrum of accounting activities, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, month-end closing, financial reporting, and supporting trade-related transactions. You will work closely with the commercial, operations, logistics, banking, and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Record and reconcile sales, purchases, expenses, claims, and other business transactions.
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations.
• Maintain the company's chart of accounts and accounting records in Xero or other application.
• Ensure supporting invoices, receipts and documents are properly maintained.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable.

1. Monthly Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet and cash-flow reports.
• Provide management with financial analysis and commentary on key movements.
• Monitor actual expenses against budget.
• Maintain proper documentation for management review.

1. Expense & Claims Management

• Review employee/business expense claims and supporting documents.
• Verify invoices and receipts before submitting claims for management approval.
• Maintain an organised record of expenses and supporting documentation.
• Ensure expenses are properly categorised and recorded.

1. Banking & Cash Management

• Monitor company bank accounts and cash positions.
• Reconcile bank transactions with accounting records.
• Prepare payment schedules and payment instructions for management approval.
• Monitor incoming and outgoing payments.
• Maintain proper records for bank transactions.

1. Payroll Support

• Coordinate monthly payroll processing.
• Review payroll calculations and employee claims.
• Coordinate CPF submissions and payroll-related matters with the external payroll provider.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.

1. GST & Tax Coordination

• Prepare and maintain accounting records required for GST and corporate tax compliance.
• Coordinate with the external accountant/tax agent for GST filings, ECI and annual corporate tax returns.
• Provide supporting schedules and documents required for tax computation and filing.
• Ensure tax-related deadlines are properly tracked.

1. External Accountant / Corporate Secretary Coordination

• Act as the main finance contact for external accountants, tax agents, auditors and corporate secretarial providers.
• Provide financial information and supporting documents when required.
• Follow up on accounting, tax and statutory matters.
• Ensure requests from external service providers are completed accurately and on time.

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in Singapore.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore accounting practices and basic GST/CPF requirements.
• Experience with Xero or similar accounting software.
• Good understanding of full-set accounting.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Experience working with SMEs, trading companies or international businesses would be an advantage.