Job Summary:

The Section Account Manager in Planning & Control will play a critical role in overseeing the company’s financial health by forecasting, planning and analyzing the costs of products, projects, and services. This position focuses on forecasting, planning, analyzing, and reporting the costs associated with business operations, driving improvements in cost efficiency, and supporting strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in cost forecasting & planning, analytical skills, and experience with manufacturing or production environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and development of financial forecasts, budgets and projections for all departments and business units.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the alignment of financial forecasts with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial planning that aligns with company objectives and market conditions.
• Oversee the rolling forecasts and evaluate the impact of business drivers, market trends and operational changes.
• Oversee the operations of cost control accounting, including the analysis, reporting, and management of costs associated with production, materials, labor, and overheads.
• Develop and maintain forecasting models and systems to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare and present periodic financial reports, highlighting deviations from forecasted targets and advising on corrective measures.
• Lead the adoption of new technologies or practices to continuously improve the forecasting process by streamlining workflows, enhancing tools and systems, ensuring the accuracy of financial data.
• Work closely within the team to ensure that financial forecasts are realistic and based on accurate assumptions.
• Assist in guiding and mentoring the team, providing support and professional development opportunities.
• Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring team members understand responsibilities and timelines.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the team to identify innovative solutions and maintain high-quality standards.

Qualifications:

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.

Experience:

• 5-8 years of experience in financial forecasting, planning, and cost control, with leadership skills, preferably in a fab or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Independent, proactive with a positive and hands-on attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly and accurately.

Job Description

Job Scope & Responbilities :

* Handle for full set of account

* Financial month end closing

* Coordinate and liaise with external parties like auditors, tax agents and tax authorities

* Responsible for all duties related to Human Resources,

* Monthly payroll preparation, CPF submission

* Responsible of IRAS AIS,IR8A, Corporate tax, Income tax etc.

* MOM WPOL/EPOL/ matter

* Handling other admin duties

* Perform any other ad hoc duties when required.

Job Requirements :

* Candidate must possess at least diploma or equivalent.

* Language: Bilingual in English and Chinese Mandarin (read, write and speak) as the incumbent needs to liaise with Mandarin-speaking associates in the course of work.

* At least 1 Year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.

We are seeking a graduate-entry Consultant to join our Forensic Accounting and Economics team in Singapore.  This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join the Forensic Accounting and Economics team, whose responsibilities extend beyond those of traditional junior accounting positions. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a keen interest in forensic accounting, but also be flexible and a strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks.

The Forensic Accounting and Economics group champions team members to utilize their unique skillsets within our diverse portfolio of work. We understand that every one of our projects are distinctive, therefore we inspire our team members to be inquisitive and think critically while working in a collaborative environment. Our group encourages continuous learning that allows everyone to grow and develop an autonomous mindset in a supportive environment

The Consultant will assist in the quantification of damages, valuation of businesses, assessment of commercial insurance claims and other assignments.  Reporting ultimately to the practice leaders of our ‘Forensic Accounting – Insurance’ and ‘Economic Damages & Valuations’ teams in Singapore, the role will provide opportunities to work on a wide range of projects, including as part of multi-disciplinary teams (for example, alongside colleagues from J.S. Held’s Construction Advisory or Global Investigations practices).

Successful candidates will have a strong investigative mindset and enduring professional curiosity.

Job Responsibilities:

• The team handles the full range of disputes requiring the quantification of economic losses including contractual and shareholder disputes, fatal accident and personal injury matters, white collar crime and civil fraud and investor-state disputes.  Insurance claims include property damage, product recall, liability, theft/fidelity, and business interruption/lost profits. Businesses will consist of a wide range of industries and sizes.
• Use your knowledge of Excel to interpret and analyse the financial and operating information disclosed to our team in the course of assignments.
• Undertake research using public sources and paid information sources to which the firm subscribes, in order to identify data which will help the team to develop robust and defensible economic models.
• Draft requests for documentation to be used in our analysis (in the form of discovery requests and document request lists).
• Assist in the preparation of expert witness reports, written advisory reports and working summaries to be sent to clients.  You will be the first set of eyes to make sure documents, transactions and information is accurate by flagging important details for senior team members to review.
• Organize supporting documentation and process data obtained for financial investigations.
• Assist with other assignments ranging from unusual insurance claim-related matters to investigation and advisory projects.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and report on the performance of international investments. Develop financial models to forecast returns and assess related risks.

• Analyze cashflow and build strong relationship with banks in ensuring optimal use of financial resources.

• Prepare detailed financial statements for regional subsidiaries, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Ensure adherence to local accounting standards and corporate policies.

• Prepare financial reports and analysis to senior management for budgeting and forecasting initiatives.

• Identify and implement enhancements to financial processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics from an accredited institution. Professional certifications (such as CFA or CPA) are strongly preferred.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in financial analysis, with a focus on investment returns, treasury management, cash flow analysis, and regional accounting.

• High proficiency in financial software and accounting systems.

• Capability to navigate ambiguity and perform effectively both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in English and Chinese, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders in China.

About Us:

VisionPower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Pte Ltd (VSMC) is a new joint-venture 300mm semiconductor wafer manufacturing facility to be built in Singapore. We are looking for committed, resilient and passionate talents to launch a promising future that power the next generation devices and systems. If you share the same passion to pursue excellence, join us to make an impact and be part of something special!

Role Summary:

The Senior Cost Accountant will play a critical role in supporting the company’s financial health by managing and analyzing the costs of products, projects, and services. This position focuses on tracking, analyzing, and reporting the costs associated with business operations, driving improvements in cost efficiency, and supporting strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in cost accounting, analytical skills, and experience with manufacturing or production environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Analysis & Reporting:

• Analyze product, labor, and material costs, and prepare detailed reports to support financial decision-making.
• Develop and maintain standard costs and manage cost updates and variances.
• Review and analyze cost data to identify trends and recommend adjustments to optimize production costs.
• Prepare and oversee cost of good manufacturing and inventory monthly close, and analyze actuals with forecasts, and budgets as well as other ad-hoc reports for management.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor and reconcile inventory accounts, ensuring accurate reporting and valuation.
• Conduct monthly and annual physical inventory counts and coordinate cycle counts as needed.
• Manage inventory reserves, and make recommendations for adjustments based on current and forecasted needs.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Support the budgeting and forecasting process by providing detailed cost data and analysis.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to improve costing and efficiency.
• Develop and analyze key cost metrics, helping teams understand cost drivers and work to reduce waste.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement:

• Ensure compliance with internal control policies, company standards, and GAAP.
• Continuously seek to improve cost accounting processes and systems, identify gaps, and implement best practices.
• Support the financial audit process by preparing and reviewing cost-related documents.

Cost System Maintenance:

• Maintain and update the cost accounting system, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Work closely with IT and ERP systems teams to resolve costing issues and optimize the system's performance.

Education Qualification & Essential Experiences:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in Fab/Manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced MS Excel skills.

Key Competencies:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to process improvement.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical standards.

VSMC promotes diversity and inclusivity in our workforce; and hiring will be conducted in phases.

• Ensure timely, accurate client management accounts reporting and analysis.
• Audit liaison with auditors on client related audit queries
• Preparation, review and submission of GST & GST Remission claims,
• Prepare and review unaudited financial statements.
• Prepare cashflow forecast, liquidity report and payments for clients bank accounts.
• Coordinate with banks, auditors and clients.
• Prepare and review accounting related entries, bank reconciliations, and month-end schedules.
• Improve internal controls, processes and procedures.
• Experience with the use of Business Central is a plus
• Handle additional ad-hoc operational duties as needed.

This is a 1 year direct contract role which require the shortlisted candidate to be based onsite on client office.

• Ensure timely, accurate client management accounts reporting and analysis.
• Audit liaison with auditors on client related audit queries
• Preparation, review and submission of GST & GST Remission claims,
• Prepare and review unaudited financial statements.
• Prepare cashflow forecast, liquidity report and payments for clients bank accounts.
• Coordinate with banks, auditors and clients.
• Prepare and review accounting related entries, bank reconciliations, and month-end schedules.
• Improve internal controls, processes and procedures.
• Experience with the use of Business Central is a plus
• Handle additional ad-hoc operational duties as needed.

Supermom, a fast-growing AI data powerhouse, has a mission to enable parents and families to live better and smarter in Southeast Asia. Boasting one of the largest family communities in Singapore and expanding fast in Indonesia and Malaysia, as well as other SEA countries, we are now seeking an experienced and dynamic Accounting Director to lead our finance team and oversee all aspects of the accounting function.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing a team of finance executives and driving strategic initiatives to optimize financial performance. This role requires strong leadership skills, in-depth knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. The Accounting Director will play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of the organization and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of finance executives, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, including financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making and drive business growth.
• Coordinate and facilitate external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Evaluate and optimize financial systems and processes to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices in accounting and finance, and ensure the organization remains compliant.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance team.

Company Culture:

We are a values-driven organization committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. As an Accounting Director, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's success and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional financial performance. Join our team and be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment where your talents and contributions are valued and recognized.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA designation preferred.
• Proven experience (X years) in a leadership role overseeing accounting and finance functions, preferably in a complex organization.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and developing a team of finance professionals.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities effectively.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Continuous learner with a commitment to personal and professional growth.

What do we offer?

• Robust compensation package
• Comprehensive ongoing training and professional development career path programs
• Team-based workplace dynamic with vibrant talent collaborating toward common objectives and goals

• To provide high quality service deliverables to clients. You shall need to manage a team of accounting professionals and review their work to ensure accuracy and completeness

• Attend to accounting and business-related matters of client including liaison with client, regulatory authorities, auditors, tax agent, corporate secretary and banks

• Managing a portfolio of clients ensuring the smooth running of day to day relationship with clients and consistent delivery of client reporting/ information accurately and on time.

• Review and preparation of full set of accounts and statutory financial statements

• Handle quarterly GST returns, payment processing, payroll processing and CPF submission Participate in ad-hoc assignments/projects as and when required

• Position : Accounting/Finance Manager (GST)
• Location : Near Pasir Panjang MRT
• Working hours : 5 days work week (9.30am - 6.30pm)
• Salary (commensurate with experience) : Up to $8500 + Performance Bonus + 14 days annual leaves
• Duration : Permanent
• Industry : Bathroom supply
• Career progression : Can progress to move up to CFO

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including month and end-year process, accounts payable/receivable, sales receipts and bank reconciliation, general
  ledger, payroll, budgeting cash forecasting revenue and expenditure variance analysis, fixed assets etc
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements as required
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies and principles
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records and leading in audits and perform reconciliations as required by audits.
• Supervise and manage sales invoicing with detailed understanding of project contracts
  terms and working closely with sales department in accounts receivables and sales collections
• Review staff sales commission record and reconciliaon.
• Evaluating, developing, and improving department controls, systems, and procedures that increase accuracy and efficiency, including create and adopt SOPs for the Accounting and other departments in compliance of the internal control procedures
• Overseeing the daily activities of the accounting department and ensuring that all major projects, month-end, and year-end reports are completed accurately and on me.
• Ensuring that all accounting processes align with FRS and current financial legislations.
• Analyzing financial data and creating reports for management, stakeholders, and external pares, such as financial or sales consultants.
• Manage all banking matters, including internet banking
• Manage Corporate Income tax and GST regulations of Singapore, including the filing and submission of quarterly GST
• Responsible for corporate secretariat works by working closely with professional corporate secretary on various filing in compliance with the Companies Act and ACRA
• Working closely with Management and assisting other departments to develop strategies,
  establish objectives, and make decisions that could have a financial impact on the business.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or any professional cerfication in Accountancy such
  as ACCA, ICEAW, C.A (Singapore), CPA (Australia) etc.
• 4-5 years of relevant working experience in commercial accounting and finance with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory rol
• Adequate understanding and experience in Corporate Income tax and GST regulaons of Singapore, including the filing and submission of quarterly GST
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin to liaise with Chinese clients who can converse in Mandarin only.

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Thank you for your interest in this position. Our shortlisting period is 3 working days. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

If you do not receive communication from us within this timeframe, it's likely that your application has not been shortlisted by our client. In such cases, we recommend that you continue your job search to maximize your opportunities. We wish you all the best and should we have any suitable roles that match your experiences/ qualifications/ preferences, we will reach out to you.

About Sleek

Through proprietary software and AI, along with a focus on customer delight, Sleek makes the back-office easy for micro SMEs.

We give Entrepreneurs time back to focus on what they love doing - growing their business and being with customers. With a surging number of Entrepreneurs globally, we are innovating in a highly lucrative space.

We operate 3 business segments:

1. Corporate Secretary: Automating the company incorporation, secretarial, filing, Nominee Director, mailroom and immigration processes via custom online robots and SleekSign.  We are the market leaders in Singapore with ~5% market share of all new business incorporations
2. Accounting & Bookkeeping: Redefining what it means to do Accounting, Bookkeeping, Tax and Payroll thanks to our proprietary SleekBooks ledger, AI tools and exceptional customer service
3. FinTech payments: Overcoming a key challenge for Entrepreneurs by offering digital banking services to new businesses

Sleek launched in 2017 and now has around 15,000 customers across our offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia and the UK.  We have around 450 staff with an intact startup mindset. 

We have achieved >70% compound annual growth in Revenue over the last 5 years and as a result have been recognised by The Financial Times, The Straits Times, Forbes and LinkedIn as one of the fastest growing companies in Asia. Backed by world-class investors, we are on track to be one of the few cash flow positive, tech-enabled unicorns based out of Singapore.

Some other great things about working at Sleek…

Humility and kindness: Humility is a core attribute we hire for, which means we have a culture of not taking ourselves too seriously and being able to laugh. Kindness is also incredibly important. We are committed to creating and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment. 

Flexibility: You’ll be able to work from home 2-3 days per week. If you need to start early or start late to cater to your family or other needs, we don’t mind, so long as you get your work done and proactively communicate. You can also work fully remote from anywhere in the world for 1 month each year

Financial benefits: We pay competitive market salaries and provide staff with generous paid time off and holiday schedules. Additionally, you’ll be able to access our S$1,200 pa flexi benefits scheme for home office equipment or health and fitness expenditure.  Certain staff at Sleek are also eligible for our employee share ownership plan and can share in the upside of our stellar growth trajectory as we work toward listing on a prominent stock exchange in the Asia Pacific region.

Personal growth: You’ll get a lot of responsibility and autonomy at Sleek - we move at a fast pace so you’ll be making decisions, making mistakes and learning. There’s also a range of internal and external facing training programmes we run. We’re also at the forefront of utilising AI in our space and are developing a regional centre of AI excellence. It is our intention that if you leave Sleek, you leave as a more well-rounded person and professional.

Sleek is also a proudly certified B Corp.  Since we started our journey in 2017, we’ve been committed to building Sleek as a force for good. In just over 5 years, we’ve joined a community of industry leaders like Patagonia, Ben & Jerry's, and P&G who are building an inclusive, equitable, and a regenerative economy. We have planted over 29,271 trees to reforest our ecosystem and saved 7 tons of paper from landfills by processing over 1.4M pages through SleekSign. We aim to be Carbon Neutral by 2030.

About the role

We are looking for the Head of Accounting, who will report to the Country Head of Sleek Singapore and be part of the management team. Given below is the Mission and Outcomes over the next 6-12 months.

Mission: The Head of Accounting leads the team, driving process transformation, compliance, and profitability. They ensure team competency and client satisfaction through timely, accurate, and high-quality deliverables.

Outcomes: 

• Provide structured training and leadership to the accounting team, ensuring they stay updated on accounting standards and regulatory requirements across corporate secretarial, tax, payroll, and other services. Demonstrate expertise in ACRA regulations and Singapore company setups, particularly for private limited companies.
• Ensure timely filing of corporate returns and taxes per SLAs, with 60% AR filed by month 4 and 100% by month 7, maintaining 96% client satisfaction. Aim for 70% gross profitability, excluding passthrough fees, and achieve 99% automation of key accounting tasks by 2025.
• Maintain team efficiency through timely hiring and training, swift corrective actions for staff issues, and full compliance with workflows. Contribute to continuous improvement of the accounting bot by integrating updated resources and expertise.

To do this, you will have a minimum of 8 years’ experience in client facing and handling complex accounting matters including commercial and/or audit experience. and you will most likely be located in Singapore

Requirements:

• Recognised degree in Accountancy or equivalent.
• Professionally certified preferably with ACCA, CPA, or CA qualification and a member of ISCA.
• Proven track record of more than 3 years of leadership experience in a fast paced and technology driven organisation.
• Good understanding of Singapore regulatory compliance.
• Hands-on experience with Google workspace and Microsoft applications.
• Resourceful and experience with various productivity software applicable to facilitate daily work.
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, proactive, highly-organised and detail-oriented.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to adapt to VUCA way of thinking and contribute to process improvement efforts.
• Able to meet tight deadlines.
• Immediate availability is preferred.

Behavioural fit is also important at Sleek, and we will be looking for candidates that have a proven track record of embodying the below attributes in their recent roles:

Ownership: This shows reliability and helps build trust within the team. We move fast and need to know that everyone will see things through to completion and proactively help to get things back on track when challenges arise. Accountability is really important to us.

Humility: There is so much we don’t know. Humility allows for open-mindedness to feedback and a willingness to learn from others. It paves the way for collaboration and creates a positive work environment. It is a key ingredient of self awareness and emotional intelligence.

Structured Thinking: Our business is complex with many layers (many services, many countries, many cultures). Regardless of whether you’re more analytical or creative in nature, being able to show sound judgement is important to us. It ensures solutions are pragmatic and balance the needs of the organisation, team and customers.

Data driven: We are a data rich business with ~15,000 small customers.  Each decision we make can impact many more people than we realise - so it’s critical that we use sound data to support our strategies and review the success of our initiatives.

Can have tough conversations in a positive way: It’s not a matter of if, but when difficult interpersonal situations arise.  Disagreement, conflict and disappointment are a given in a fast moving business where people care about their work.  People that proactively have tough conversations with kindness build empathy, trust and great working relationships. 

About the interview process

The successful candidate will participate in the below interview stages. 

It might seem like a lot - but fear not - we come prepared! We anticipate the process to last no more than 3 weeks from start to finish depending on your availability

Introductory call

• A ~30 minute video call with a member of our HR team to discuss your application and get a better understanding of your experience and expectations for the role

Project or case study or technical test

• If it’s a project, you’ll have 1 week to complete a short assignment related to what you’ll actually be required to do in your first month on the job. You’ll then present some slides/ designs/ a doc/ an excel model/ some code to a few members of the team, followed by Q&A

• If it’s a case study, there’s nothing to prepare.  You’ll have a ~45-60 minute chat with the Hiring Manager, where he or she will give you some real-life challenges that this role faces, and will ask for your approach to solving them
• If it’s a technical test, it is usually a 30-50 minute online assessment that will be conducted in real-time, while a member of staff is dialled into the call

Career deep dive 

• A ~60 minute chat with the Hiring Manager
• We’ll discuss your last couple of roles to understand your experience in more detail
• In addition, we’ll be trying to gauge your where your strengths lie

Behavioural fit assessment

• A ~60 minute chat, usually with a member of HR or the leadership team
• We’ll dive into some recent work situations to understand how you think and work

Reference interviews

• We’ll have 2-3 short phone or video calls with references that you provide to us
• So as to not delay your offer, we may ask your permission to have these calls earlier on in the interview process

Requirement for background screening

Please be aware that Sleek is a regulated entity and as such is required to perform different levels of background checks on staff depending on their role. 

This may include using external vendors to verify the below:

• Your education
• Any criminal history
• Any political exposure
• Any bankruptcy or adverse credit history

We will ask for your consent before conducting these checks.  Depending on your role at Sleek, an adverse result on one of these checks may prohibit you from passing probation.

· Ensure timely, accurate month-end closing and financial reporting to Management

· Responsible for preparation and closing of monthly and annual financial statements

· Responsible for accounting processes and tasks (i.e.: AP & AR process, GL, account reconciliation, etc.)

· Coordinate and liaise with internal parties to support intercompany activities

· Support forecasting and budgeting exercise as per corporate guidelines

· Coordinate and liaise with external parties like external auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial agents, local tax and government authorities where required

· Support and ensure compliance with all finance filing requirements, tax filing requirement, audits, procedures and forms both statutory and internal

· Assist in new processes and system implementation when required