The posting
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our finance team in Singapore. This role plays a key part in ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting, supporting month-end close processes and maintaining compliance with Singapore accounting standards and tax regulations across our F&B group of companies.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in full-set accounting within the F&B or multi-outlet environment, is proficient in Xero and has a keen interest in leveraging automation and AI tools to improve finance processes.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
- Prepare and review full-set management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements.
- Lead monthly close processes, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
- Prepare and maintain accounting schedules (AP, AR, fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, etc.).
- Consolidate financials across multiple outlets and central kitchen entities.
- Support the preparation of financial reports and documentation for management review.
General Ledger & Bookkeeping
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records in Xero.
- Review and oversee daily bookkeeping entries prepared by the Accounts Executive team.
- Perform and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
- Ensure proper classification of COGS, outlet operating expenses and capital expenditure.
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversight
- Review AP and AR processes managed by the Accounts Executive team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Oversee supplier payment runs and ensure adherence to payment schedules.
- Reconcile data from POS systems, food delivery platforms (e.g. GrabFood, Foodpanda) and payment gateways.
- Monitor aged receivables and payables, escalating issues where required.
GST & Regulatory Compliance
- Prepare and file quarterly GST returns accurately and on time
- Ensure compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and IRAS requirements.
- Liaise with external auditors and tax agents during audits and year-end processes.
- Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and regulatory submissions.
Budgeting & Financial Analysis
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
- Perform variance analysis and provide commentary on financial performance against budget.
- Support the management with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting.
Process Improvement & Automation
- Identify opportunities to automate accounting workflows and reduce manual data entry.
- Support the implementation or optimisation of integrations between procurement systems, POS systems, delivery platforms and Xero.
- Maintain an active interest in leveraging automation tools and AI solutions to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience with Xero accounting software.
- Experience in the F&B industry or multi-outlet retail/hospitality environment strongly preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset and good organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet reporting deadlines.
- Minimum 4–6 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years handling full-set accounts.
- Solid understanding of Singapore accounting practices, GST and SFRS.
- Experience with POS system reconciliation and food delivery platform settlements is an advantage.
- Proficient in spreadsheets (Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel).
- Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in finance automation, system integrations and AI-assisted workflows.
- Experience working with multi-outlet F&B businesses or central kitchen operations.
- Familiarity with consolidation of accounts across multiple legal entities.
- Experience working with external auditors and tax agents.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and process innovation.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic F&B environment.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture.



