Accounts Assistant - Singapore
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join the Accounting Department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the accounting team, including tasks such as data entry, transaction processing, communication with clients and vendors, and preparing financial reports. The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in basic accounting principles, strong computer skills, and exceptional organizational abilities.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support to the Accounting Department by performing clerical tasks, including filing, data entry, and answering phones.
- Handle communications with clients and vendors through various channels, including phone, email, and in-person.
- Process transactions, issue checks, and update ledgers and budgets accurately.
- Prepare financial reports and assist with audits, fact checks, and discrepancy resolution.
- Maintain and update client accounts with a high level of accuracy.
- Assist in the preparation of GST reports and ensure accounting deadlines are met.
- Keying of entries into accounting systems or Excel format.
- Generate invoices and liaise with suppliers or customers via email or phone.
- Handle administrative duties such as sorting mail, filing, and data entry into accounting software.
- Maintain office supplies and handle incoming/outgoing couriers.
- Perform any ad-hoc duties as assigned by management.
- Ensure timely and accurate billing of invoices.
- Work collaboratively with the team and independently when required.
- Manage additional responsibilities or projects as assigned.
Requirements:
- Associate's degree in a related field with work experience.
- Proficiency in computers and bookkeeping software, with strong typing skills.
- Understanding of basic accounting principles.
- Knowledge of QuickBooks and experience in shipping industries is preferred.
- Familiarity with Xero accounting software is an advantage.
- Experience with GST reporting is an advantage.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PDF.
Please send your resume in WORD format by clicking the apply button below or contact Jeanette Yeo on +65 6701 1526 for a confidential discussion. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. CEI Reg. Number R22105628 (Yeo Zhi Qi Jeanette).
