TALENT-MERGE PTE. LTD. Hiring! Full Time Chief Accountant in Central Region (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 9,500 - Ricebowl

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full spectrum of accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial records and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
• Compile comprehensive financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses to support business planning and decision-making.
• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and other day-to-day accounting activities.
• Coordinate financial reporting across multiple entities, including intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and consolidation of accounts.
• Monitor cash flow, banking transactions, and working capital requirements to maintain effective financial operations.
• Facilitate annual statutory audits and liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and relevant regulatory authorities to ensure compliance.
• Administer GST submissions, corporate tax matters, and statutory reporting in accordance with Singapore accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance reports, providing recommendations to improve cost efficiency and financial performance.
• Strengthen internal financial controls, accounting procedures, and reporting processes to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with management and internal stakeholders on financial matters while guiding accounting team members to ensure timely completion of deliverables.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, required to also have certified accounting qualifications such as ACCA,CPA Australia ,ICAEW
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant full-set accounting experience in the maritime or shipping industry.
• Sound knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), GST regulations, taxation, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software, with the ability to manage financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end closing independently.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and well-organised, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Clarence Khoh
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