The posting
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to support the Accountant in maintaining a full set of accounts and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
The role covers billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, fixed assets, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and month-end and year-end closing. The successful candidate will also support finance-related projects, process improvements, and system implementation and testing.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle day-to-day accounting functions, including billing, accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable (A/P), general ledger (GL), account reconciliations, and revenue recognition.
- Assist in maintaining a full set of accounts and proper accounting records.
- Prepare trial balances, financial reports, and supporting schedules.
- Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing and financial reporting.
- Prepare GST reports and perform GST reconciliations.
- Manage fixed asset accounting, including maintaining the fixed asset register and ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation.
- Prepare and submit claims to government agencies and other grant providers.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and internal finance, tax, audit, filing, and reporting requirements.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and provide relevant financial information and analysis when required.
- Liaise with external parties, including auditors, tax advisors, banks, and regulatory authorities.
- Assist with the implementation and improvement of accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.
- Participate in finance system implementation, testing, and related projects as required.
- Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Degree in Accountancy, ACCA qualification, or equivalent professional qualification.
- At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with experience handling a full set of accounts.
- Strong working knowledge of SAP Business One (SAP B1), with experience in system implementation or related projects preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Good understanding of accounting principles, GST, financial reporting, and statutory requirements.
- Detail-oriented and meticulous, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Candidates who are able to commence work immediately or within a short notice period will have an added advantage.
What We Offer
- Salary: $5,500–$6,500 per month
- Five-day work week



