About the job Assistant Accounting Manager
Position: Assistant Accounting Manager
Number of hours: 40 hours/week
Schedule: Singapore Time Zone
Tasks required:
Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and taxes.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations, review and finalize accounts to ensure accuracy
Monthly, quarterly and annually financial reporting to clients
Preparing/ Reviewing and analyze full-set of accounts/financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness in accordance with SFRS/IFRS
Process/review and approve clients payroll/ staff reimbursements
Review quarterly government sales tax (SST/GST) filing preparation and filing
Provide financial advice and information on local tax-related regulations and incentives to clients
Ensure transactions are recorded under the correct tax categories in the system
Prepare annual tax computation and filings including ECI
Attending to accounting queries and requests in a timely and professional manner
Assess current practices and procedures, and make recommendations for improvements
Streamlining accounting and financial reporting process to promote high efficiency and accuracy in book-keeping activities
Maintains accounting controls by establishing a chart of accounts and defining accounting policies and procedures
Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships
Basic corporate secretarial duties including lodgements to ACRA and preparation of resolutions
Perform ad hoc duties as requested
Requirements:
Minimum 4-6 years of relevant working experience in full set / GL / Accounting to Reporting in various industries
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and Xero accounting software
Able to understand Singapore Accounting and Taxation Practices and Standards including GST
Professional Accounting Qualifications or Degree in Accounting/any related fields
In-depth understanding of business bookkeeping procedures
Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required
A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data
Deadline-oriented and ability to stick to time constraints
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Excellent communication skills; being proficient in English, both written and spoken
Strong sense of commitment to the organization's goals and values