Accountant

Accountant (In-House)

Company Overview

Our client is a Singapore-based company operating within the defence and ammunition industry, supporting specialised products and operations within a regulated and highly controlled business environment.

They are looking for a hands-on Accountant to join their in-house finance team and manage the company's day-to-day accounting activities, financial reporting and statutory requirements.

Role Overview

The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and handling a broad range of accounting functions, including full-set accounts, month-end closing, reconciliations, financial reporting, GST and audit support.

This role is suitable for someone with at least 3 years of practical accounting experience who is comfortable working independently and taking ownership of recurring finance and accounting matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle and maintain full sets of accounts, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities and ensure accounts are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare bank, balance sheet and other account reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports and supporting schedules.
• Monitor cash flow, payments, receivables and other day-to-day financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate records of fixed assets, inventory and relevant accounting schedules.
• Prepare and support GST submissions, corporate tax schedules and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, corporate secretaries and other professional service providers where required.
• Support annual audits by preparing schedules, documentation and responding to audit queries.
• Ensure accounting records and supporting documents are properly maintained in accordance with internal policies and applicable accounting requirements.
• Maintain appropriate financial controls and identify discrepancies or unusual transactions for follow-up.
• Support budgeting, financial analysis and other finance-related projects as required.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with hands-on responsibility for full-set accounts.
• Good understanding of financial accounting, month-end closing, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), GST and basic corporate tax requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with accounting software or ERP systems.
• Experience with inventory accounting, costing, manufacturing, trading, distribution or engineering-related businesses would be advantageous.
• ACCA, Singapore CA or other recognised professional accounting qualifications would be advantageous but are not mandatory.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and ability to handle confidential financial information.
• Able to work independently, manage deadlines and take ownership of assigned accounting responsibilities.
• Strong communication and coordination skills when working with internal stakeholders and external professional parties.

Salary: Commensurate with experience (can go higher depending on years of experience & interview performance)

This is in partnership with the Employment and Employability Institute Pte Ltd (“e2i”). e2i is the empowering network for workers and employers seeking employment and employability solutions. e2i serves as a bridge between workers and employers, connecting with workers to offer job security through job-matching, career guidance and skills upgrading services, and partnering employers to address their manpower needs through recruitment, training, and job redesign solutions. e2i is a tripartite initiative of the National Trades Union Congress set up to support nation-wide manpower and skills upgrading initiatives. By applying for this role, you consent to recruitSG’s PDPA and e2i’s PDPA.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.