Job Description

Job Title: Senior Accounts Executive

Department

: Finance / Accounting

Location

: Singapore

Reporting To:

Finance Manager / Head of Department

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Job Purpose

To oversee financial operations by reviewing accounts, ensuring compliance, and preparing accurate reports for management. The role provides leadership to the accounts team, supports audits and budgeting, and offers insights to guide business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and review the work of junior accounts staff (AP/AR/reconciliations). Ensure accuracy and provide guidance by working alongside the team.

Lead month-end and year-end closing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Prepare and review financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

Oversee tax compliance (GST, corporate tax) and liaise with external tax agents

Manage budgeting and forecasting processes; monitor variances and provide analysis to management

Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies.

Liaise with external auditors, banks, and government agencies

Review and approve payroll, staff claims, and vendor payments

Train, mentor, and develop junior accounting staff

Act as point of contact for accounting issues and system improvements (e.g., SAP enhancements)

Provide management with financial insights to support decision-making

Assist Finance Manager in strategic planning and process improvement

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including supervisory or senior-level responsibilities

Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and statutory compliance (e.g., GST, corporate tax in Singapore)

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, ERP based or similar)

Strong leadership and people management abilities, with experience in guiding junior team members

High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Effective communication skills to liaise with auditors, tax agents, banks, and senior management

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $4,000.00 - $5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person