- The Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day operation of GL, FA functions and in charge of all aspects of AR functions by supervising, leading, and managing the AR team in the day-to-day operation.
- Monthly closing, preparation of financial and management reports, audit schedules, bank reconciliation and assisting in year-end audit process.
- Primary responsible person of finance department for invoicing, receipts, debt collection, credit control, payment plan, GIRO, financial hardship application matters and requests from other departments such as HR, Admission etc.
- Prepare and send out semester invoices and ad-hoc invoices, track payments made by parents and prepare debit notes, credit notes and refunds with proper approval when required. Communicate effectively with parents regarding invoicing, collection, payment plans and other related matters.
- Prepare and deliver timely and accurate weekly and monthly reports and all related analysis of accounts receivable.
- Follow up open issues closely in a timely manner and propose solutions.
- Be a contributor of organisation change management and support Line Manager and Director of Finance to manage AR/GL/FA related pipeline projects (e.g. streamline internal process, potential system improvement, customization of AR reports, draft new policies, etc).
- Responsible for the execution of new policies and procedures and communicate effectively with both internal and external parties.
Requirements
- Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting or equivalent or professional certification (eg. ACCA)Strong background in Operational Finance in Account Receivable function with customer services experience
- Solid accounting knowledge in Singapore Financial Reporting Standard, Charity Accounting Standard, government regulations of Charities and Singapore taxation
- 4 years of accounting experience in the relevant function
- Relevant experience in management and financial reporting, audit, month end closing and preparing management reports and analysis
- Comprehensive understanding and relevant experience in improving internal process and controls
- Proficient in using Synergetic, Veracross, SAP is a plus
- High level proficiency in using Microsoft Office Excel and Word
5 days' work week, near to Hillview MRT Station
HR Affiliates; EA No: 10C3060; ROC No: 53164100K
