Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full set of accounts and oversee monthly financial closing activities, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Review financial reports and accounting records prepared by overseas appointed agencies, where applicable.
• Prepare, review, and ensure timely submission of GST returns in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Coordinate and liaise with external auditors for statutory audits and ensure all audit requirements are met.
• Prepare audit schedules and resolve audit queries and issues in a timely manner.
• Provide financial information and supporting documents to tax agents for annual tax filings and respond to tax-related queries.
• Liaise with corporate secretaries on annual returns, board resolutions, and other corporate secretarial matters.
• Coordinate with banks on operational matters and liaise with legal advisors on finance-related legal matters.
• Review legal agreements and documents from a financial and commercial perspective.
• Update and incorporate financial information into audited financial statements provided by external auditors.
• Oversee daily accounting and finance operations to ensure smooth and efficient processes.
• Monitor and reconcile intercompany balances to ensure consistency and accuracy across related entities.
• Mentor, guide, and supervise junior finance staff, where applicable.
• Establish, maintain, and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to support internal audit and ensure compliance.
• Perform any other ad-hoc duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Departmental Manager.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), GST regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience in handling full sets of accounts, audit, tax, and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and accounting software.
• Possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.