The posting
Accounting Executive (Childcare Sector)
(Preferably with childcare experience; training provided for suitable candidates)
Job Scope
Accounts Receivable
- Manage fee billing cycles, including preparing invoices, credit/debit notes, and monthly statements for parents.
- Track outstanding fees, follow up on late payments, and support centres in resolving billing issues.
- Update and reconcile parent accounts, ensuring accuracy of receipts, bank collections, and financial records.
- Prepare AR ageing summaries and support month‑end closing and audit documentation.
- Maintain proper records and uphold internal controls in all AR processes.
Subsidy & Grant Administration
- Handle ECDA subsidy applications, changes, and withdrawals, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
- Verify eligibility, attendance, and supporting documents required for subsidy claims.
- Reconcile subsidy payouts against submitted claims and investigate any mismatches.
- Prepare and submit grant claims with complete supporting documents.
- Support subsidy/grant audits and liaise with Centre Leaders, parents, and authorities on related matters.
Finance Operations & Support
- Assist with finance projects, system enhancements, and workflow improvements.
- Strengthen internal controls and support compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.
- Provide backup support to other finance functions when needed.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of billing, collection, and subsidy processes.
Attributes & Requirements
- Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Preferably 2 years of AR or finance experience; childcare or subsidy‑related experience is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical thinking.
- Comfortable interacting with parents, centre staff, and external stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems such as QuickBooks and XERO.
- Able to manage deadlines, multi‑task, and work independently.
- Organised, reliable, and committed to maintaining confidentiality.



