ACCOUNTING MANAGER

About the Role

We are seeking a meticulous and results-driven Accounting Manager to lead our finance department and oversee all financial, accounting, and taxation operations. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring robust internal financial controls, maintaining accurate statutory financial reporting, and providing strategic financial insights to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & General Ledger Management

• Oversee the full spectrum of financial and management accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and fixed asset registers.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses.

2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management

• Partner with management to develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections to optimize liquidity and capital allocation.
• Monitor operational expenditures, track financial performance against budgets, and identify cost-saving opportunities or financial risks.

3. Taxation, Audit & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with corporate tax regulations, GST filings (IRAS), and statutory reporting requirements in Singapore.
• Act as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial firms, and banking institutions.
• Oversee statutory submissions and compliance with ACRA and other regulatory bodies.

4. Internal Controls & Process Improvements

• Implement, review, and strengthen internal accounting controls, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to safeguard company assets.
• Drive digitalization and process improvements within the finance workflow, leveraging accounting software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks) and ERP systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CA Singapore, CPA).
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role (corporate experience in Singapore preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), corporate tax laws, and GST regulations.
• High proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel / Google Workspace data analysis.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.