Senior/ Executive, Accounting (Temporary, 3 months contract)

Location: Central, Bukit Merah

Responsibilities:-

• Responsible for full spectrum of the accounts payable (AP) function and able to perform and support in full-set of financial and management reporting functions, business analysis in all aspects, including cash flow management and taxation.
• Ensuring all accounting activities comply with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS)
• Process outlet staff reimbursement / claim, ensure timely & proper approval
• Perform various accounting schedules and reconciliations, included intercompany transactions.
• Preparation and submission of GST returns.
• Liaise with internal/external parties such as auditors, tax agent etc.
• Other duties and ad-hoc projects as assigned.

Candidate Requirements:-

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree or Professional Certificate such as ACCA. CA / CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant hands-on experience preferably in the F&B, retail or hospitality industry.
• Good knowledge of Point-of-Sale systems and cashless solutions is highly regarded.
• Familiar with Singapore SFRS and Singapore Income Tax.
• Systematic, meticulous, collaborative and able to work independently.
• Well-versed in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of SAP B1 ERP is an advantage.
• Preferably bilingual in English & Mandarin – to liaise with Mandarin speaking only associates
• Able to commence work immediate.

Interested candidates are requested to send in their CVs in MS Word Format including the following:-

1. Current & Expected Salary
2. Date of Availability
3. Reason(s) for Leaving

(We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified)

We are seeking a motivated Intern who is ready to apply knowledge of financial terms and principles to an job experience. This is an exciting opportunity for any student pursuing a career in finance.

Scope:

• Monitoring of outstanding accounts receivable balances.

To provide status update on the overdue invoices by documenting details of follow up actions (such as dates and type of actions taken e.g., calls or emails) in the Finance file. Note: This is to be done monthly.

• Administrative support for event settlements.

To liaise with the business team (Client Success/Business Development) to ensure the required documents (e.g., signed contracts/agreements, stixcloud reports, BI reports & etc.) are saved in the respective event folders.

• Able to commit at least 6 months.
• Able to start in August/September.

We define our vision as a company that defines High Quality and New Lifestyles through unique sensibilities of Japan in Singapore. We want to be the first company that comes to mind when our customers think of Japan.

Our Values, Group Corporate Philosophy

Job Description

• Checking and upload journal interface files to the Holding company.
• Oversee and liaise with tax agents regarding the Company's taxation matters and inquiries, encompassing corporate tax, property tax, and quarterly GST submissions.
• Ensure the timely and accurate updating of bank platforms for GIRO/miscellaneous payments/receipts collection/fixed deposit placements.
• Handle remittances and bank transfers, including foreign currency transactions.
• Collaborate with bankers to address the Company's financial requirements, including banker guarantees, updates to banking signatories, and matters pertaining to treasury and investments.
• Retrieve card memberships receipts from Stripe, and other matters relating to memberships.
• Maintenance of Fixed Asset Register.
• Prepare finance schedules and other GL supporting schedules.
• Conduct fair value assessments of quoted and unquoted securities and club memberships.
• Process and submit application forms to banks for online user management, including new user additions or removals, and updating authorized signatories for bank accounts.
• Liaise with financial institutions.
• Coordinate with internal and external parties to support all finance-related activities.
• Ad-hoc duties as assigned by superior.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or equivalent qualification.
• Preferably 2 years of relevant working experience.
• Strong analytical and accounting skills.
• Able to multi-task, and meticulous with an eye for details.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated capability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and proactive.
• Willingness to take on new tasks and challenges.

Job Details & Benefits:

• Reports directly to Head of Finance
• Working Hours: Monday ~ Friday 9.00 am - 6.00 pm (flexi work hours available)
• Work Location: Isetan Head Office (3min walk from Havelock MRT)
• Salary $3,300-$4,000
• Medical benefits
• Insurance benefits
• Annual performance bonus
• Career growth development
• Positive working culture

All applications will be treated in strict confidence

(Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interview)

• Meticulous, responsible person and able to commit to reporting deadlines.
• Able to handle full set of accounts - preparation of monthly financial reports.
• Prepare monthly payroll, assist with CPF and IR8A form submissions
• Responsible for daily finance operations which include payments, receipts, AR, AP, GL and other accounting functions.
• Reconcile balance sheet items and prepare schedules.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliation and intercompany reconciliation.
• Prepare GST returns/reconciliation for review before submission.
• Maintain good documentation and filing system
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as assigned

We are seeking a motivated Intern who is ready to apply knowledge of financial terms and principles to an job experience. This is an exciting opportunity for any student pursuing a career in finance.

Scope:

• Monitoring of outstanding accounts receivable balances.

To provide status update on the overdue invoices by documenting details of follow up actions (such as dates and type of actions taken e.g., calls or emails) in the Finance file. Note: This is to be done monthly.

• Administrative support for event settlements.

To liaise with the business team (Client Success/Business Development) to ensure the required documents (e.g., signed contracts/agreements, stixcloud reports, BI reports & etc.) are saved in the respective event folders.

• Able to commit at least 6 months.
• Able to start in April 2024.

• Recording day to day financial transactions and completing the posting process
• Verifying that transactions are recorded in the correct day book, suppliers ledger, customer ledger and general ledger
• Bringing the books to the trial balance stage

[What you will be working on]

In addition to your teaching duties, you will carry out industry or consultancy projects to help you remain relevant in your profession and to evolving changes in industry, and maintain strong linkages with industry and schools. You will also have the opportunity to have industry attachments or experience on a regular basis to update your skills, knowledge and practices of your profession.

[What we are looking for]

You should have relevant work experience in Accountancy or equivalent. You should be able to teach in at least 3 or more of the following areas:

- Accounting
- Costing
- Auditing
- Taxation
- Accounting Software (e.g. ABSS/MYOB, ACCPAC/SAGE 300, XERO)

Knowledge and competency in any of the following areas would be advantageous:

- Business intelligence tools (e.g. Microsoft Power BI)
- Innovative technologies (e.g. Blockchain, Fintech, Robotic Process Automation)
- Entrepreneurship

You would be expected to contribute towards industry projects and student development activities as well.

Those with good and relevant experience can look forward to Senior Lecturer or equivalent positions, with career development opportunities to leadership positions in the Colleges or Headquarters.

Applicants may check their application status at the end of 8 weeks from the closing date of this job posting.

[What you will be working on]

In addition to your teaching duties, you may assist in areas such as: 

• Student Development Activities

• Industry Projects/Events

[What we are looking for]

You should possess the knowledge and competency to teach the above courses area.

Successful applicants may be appointed on a 2 year contract.

Applicants may check their application status at the end of 8 weeks from the closing date of this job posting.

The employee’s duties and responsibilities as Accounts and Operation Manager shall be as the following:

· Handling all Account Payables (AR), Account Receivable (AR).

· Perform Statement of Account Reconciliation of Overseas Agents.

· Verify TT Remittances.

· Updating monthly GIRO payment entries and issue cheque accordingly.

· Unbilled reports – Operations & Warehouse billing.

· Update Exchange rates in currency tables.

· Checking and prepare staffs claim.

· Assist in Billing and Cheque payment entries in the event of the person-in-charge on leave.

· Assist in Month end closing.

· Handle shipping enquiries from customers and responsible for shipment booking.

· Prepare full spectrum of shipping documents.

· Coordinates with agents and shippers on shipment arrangement.

· To monitor shipment and ensure orders are shipped according to shipping requirement.

· Arrange transportation for local cargo delivery and liaise with warehouse for the packing, stuffing or unstuffing of cargoes.

· Compile weekly and monthly report.

· Any ad hoc duties as and when assigned.

• Meticulous, responsible person and able to commit to reporting deadlines.
• Able to handle full set of accounts - preparation of monthly financial reports.
• Prepare monthly payroll, assist with CPF and IR8A form submissions
• Responsible for daily finance operations which include payments, receipts, AR, AP, GL and other accounting functions.
• Reconcile balance sheet items and prepare schedules.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliation and intercompany reconciliation.
• Prepare GST returns/reconciliation for review before submission.
• Maintain good documentation and filing system
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as assigned

Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day operation of the Finance Department
• Assist in cash flow management
• Handle full set of accounts
• Review AP, AL entries
• Review and approve the AP payments and staff reimbursements
• Prepare timely monthly management reports
• Review quarterly GST filing preparation and file GST
• Prepare tax schedules for certain GL accounts
• Prepare audit schedules for certain balance sheet accounts
• Liaison with external auditor on annual audit
• Liaison with insurance agent for annual insurance
• Prepare Financial statements
• Assist in General Office Administration and Provide support to HR and Admin Department
• Payroll administration (include monthly submission of CPF, SDL, funds) , tax clearance IR21 , IR8A
• Administer staff benefits and welfare
• Hiring and Recruitment (when necessary)
• Familiar with WPOL, EPOL submission

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Related field with relevant work experience
• 3 to 4 years of working experience in related field
• Meticulous and Good Positive Attitude
• Analytical skill
• Fluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Detail-oriented and analytical
• Team-player
• Good communications skills

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee day-to-day operations of the finance department.

2. Provide supervision to subordinates.

3. Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarterly/half-yearly and full year closing to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.

4. Be responsible for group consolidation and analysis on consolidated numbers.

5. Review group and subsidiary financial statements to ensure compliance with applicable corporate and statutory reporting requirements.

6. Prepare SGX announcements and deliverables to the board committees.

7. Prepare the group annual report and coordinate with external auditors on issues.

8. Coordinate and review in the preparation of group annual budget and forecast.

9. Review tax computations of the group and its subsidiaries and coordinate with tax agent.

10. Assist in coordination with external auditor, internal auditor, corporate secretary, tax agent and other consultants as and when necessary.

11. Establish, review and improve accounting policies and internal controls.

12. Undertake Digital Transformation project and corporate actions as and when necessary.

13. To assist in the setting up of international operations and oversee the financial functions of present and new overseas operations.

14. To assist in the up of policies and procedures; co-ordinate the activities of the Group’s accounting, finance, MIS and tax matters.

• Supports change management by understanding and addressing impacts of new accounting policies, financial statement initiatives and non-standard transactions.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Assist in the coordination of internal and external audits.
• Work closely with other departments to resolve billing and payment issues.
• Checks payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related feild.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Adept knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for month-end closing and reconciliations.
• Handle and maintain full set of accounts, which include Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) closing and reporting.
• Process invoices in a timely manner and follow up with suppliers when required.
• Validate with supporting documents and posting of supplier invoices.
• Prepare payment voucher for invoices posted and ensure timeliness in payment.
• Handle suppliers’ queries related to payables.
• Process tax payments.
• Monitor, clear and follow up on long outstanding balances.
• Provide administrative support during budget preparation.
• Participate in quarterly and annual audits.
• Reconcile inventories with third party warehouse system.
• Timely preparation and submission of GST returns, cash flow forecast and income tax.
• Processing of shipments in SAP shipments module.
• Any other ad-hoc tasks assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Accountancy or an equivalent professional certification.
• Fresh graduates are welcome.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience.
• Good knowledge of SAP software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to details, accuracy in data entry and financial recordkeeping.
• Able to work independently.
• Good time management skills and ability to meet assigned deadlines in a fast pace working environment.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Others

• Great World area
• Mon – Fri, 9am-6pm
• After probation (dependent on the supervisor’s arrangements) able to have flexible time arrangement + hybrid working conditions.
• Allowances:
  • Mobile phone allowance: $40
  • Work from home allowance: $30

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare group consolidation and perform financial analytical review
• Coordinate with subsidiaries’ finance leads to ensure timely and accurate
  financial reporting pack
• Prepare monthly Group management reporting pack & presentation deck
• Ensure monthly intercompany balances are reconciled by subsidiaries finance leads
• Oversees the month-end closing of holding company and several investment subsidiaries
• Prepare Group budgeting and forecasting
• Prepare board decks, SGX announcements and Annual report
• Prepare group financial statements & notes to the accounts
• Assist in Board Meeting and AGM/EGM coordination
• Liaise with external auditors, corporate secretarial agents, sponsors, and
  share registrar
• Any other ad-hoc financial duties assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Accountancy
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience, financial consolidation
  experience will be preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, prioritization, and multitasking
  skills
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• Only Singaporean may apply

Our corporate secretarial arm is seeking for a dynamic and competent Corporate Secretarial Executive to expand our operations.

You role will include (but not limited to):

• Assisting the manager in handling full spectrum of corporate secretarial duties including company incorporations, registration of foreign branches & representative offices, Annual Return filings with ACRA, preparation of directors’/ shareholders’ resolutions for on-going corporate secretarial matters for clients;
• Assisting in conducting client due diligence (KYC);
• Ensuring compliance with relevant statutory and regulatory requirements by both the company and clients; and
• Other corporate or ad-hoc duties as required.

To be successful in this role you must possess:

• Minimum 1 year of relevant working experience;
• Problem solving skills and the ability to remove roadblocks for our clients and the team;
• Knowledge of XBRL format would be advantageous
• Good with Microsoft Office;
• Superb communicator - verbal, written and listening skills;
• Customer service focused – to be successful at this role you must possess a genuine passion to assist our clients;
• Ability to work with the team but also be able to work autonomously and make decisions;
• Willingness to take accountability, can do attitude and roll-your-sleeves approach to getting work done; and
• ICSA (Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators) or CSIS qualification is highly desirable but not essential.

We welcome candidates with no corporate secretarial experience who are interested in pursuing a career in the Corporate Secretary role.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive training and mentorship for candidates with no prior corporate secretarial experience.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Annual Performance Bonus
• # permanent position available
• 5 days work week
• Competitive remuneration package
• Medical Benefits