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Your new company Client is a leading provider of mailing, inserting and sortation equipment working closely with SMEs and Fortune 500 companies. They are urgently looking for a 6+6 months Assistant Accountant to join the team. There’s a good chance to convert this person thereafter as it is a replacement role. Location : East Central Salary : up to $4,500 per month Your new role The Assistant Accountant supports the full spectrum of accounting functions while assisting with Human Resources and Office Administration in Singapore. This is a hands-on, supporting role ideal for a professional who is keen to grow in a dynamic environment and contribute to financial governance, people support, and operational efficiency. Financial & Accounting Full-Set Accounting Support:  Assist in maintaining full sets of accounts, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded in compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS). Period-End Closing Support:  Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including the preparation of accruals, prepayments, depreciation schedules, and other adjusting entries under the supervision of the Finance Manager. Accounts Receivable (AR): Prepare and issue invoices and monthly Statements of Accounts (SOAs) to customers. Monitor overdue accounts and follow up on outstanding payments via email or phone. Reconcile customer receipts against outstanding invoices and update AR aging reports.

Accounts Payable (AP): Process staff claims and vendor invoices, ensuring proper approval workflows are obtained. Perform 3-way matching (PO/Receipt/Invoice) for vendor payments. Schedule and execute payment, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement.

Cash & Treasury Support: Assist in preparing cash flow forecasts and daily cash position reports. Support day-to-day cash management and treasury operations.

Internal Controls & Documentation: Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures documentation as directed. Ensure compliance with internal control protocols.

Budgeting & Forecasting Budget Support:  Assist in the annual budgeting exercise, including timeline coordination, data collection from department heads, and preliminary financial modelling under the guidance of the Finance Manager. Variance Tracking:  Support the tracking and reporting of budget vs actual performance, highlighting significant variances and assisting in root cause analysis for management review. Tax & Compliance GST & Statutory Filings:  Assist in the preparation and filing of GST submissions and CPF filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in compliance with IRAS and MOM requirements. Corporate Tax Support:  Support the preparation of corporate tax computations and schedules, assisting in tax return filings and responding to queries from tax authorities. Human Resources Payroll Support: Assist in monthly payroll processing, including data entry, staff claims verification, leave balance tracking, and attendance record maintenance. Support CPF submissions and other statutory filings under supervision.

Work Pass Administration: Assist in Employment Pass, S-Pass, and Work Permit applications, renewals, and cancellations with the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). Onboarding & Offboarding: Support employee lifecycle processes, including preparing onboarding materials, maintaining employee Files, and coordinating exit procedures. Office Administration Office Operations: Oversee daily office operations, including vendor management, procurement of office supplies, and maintenance of service contracts. Coordinate office maintenance, equipment servicing, and facility-related matters.

General Support: Provide administrative support to management, including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements, and document preparation. Assist in coordinating staff events, team-building activities, and company functions.

Cross-Functional Backup: Provide cross-functional coverage and support for other administrative and finance team members as required. What you'll need to succeed •                  Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field •                  Professionally qualified accountant. •                  Minimum5–8 years of relevant finance experience What you'll get in return  This is an exciting opportunity to join an MNC. You will be part of a dynamic team and you will be remunerated at market competitive rates. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ernie at Hays on +65 6424 0157 or emailErnieza.Zailani@hays.com.sg for a confidential discussion. Referrals are welcome. Registration ID No. R1329386 | EA License number: 07C3924 | Company Registration No. 200609504D