Bestar Hiring! Full Time Accounting Associate in , Earn up to SGD 3,900 - Ricebowl

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and meticulous Accounting Associate to join our finance team. In this role, you will manage day-to-day corporate financial transactions, assist with month-end closing, maintain general ledgers, perform GST compliance, and support internal management reporting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Operations & Bookkeeping

• Accounts Payable (AP) & Receivables (AR): Process daily incoming invoices, staff expenses, supplier payments, and client billing/receipts accurately in cloud accounting platforms (Xero/QuickBooks).
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank and credit card statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• General Ledger Maintenance: Maintain general ledger accounts, prepare journal entries, and maintain fixed asset schedules including depreciation calculations.

2. Financial Reporting & Closing

• Period-End Closing: Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing activities to ensure financial records are accurate and complete.
• Financial Statements: Prepare monthly trial balances, profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow schedules in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Management Reports: Prepare internal schedules, operational cost tracking, and variance reports for executive review.

3. Tax Compliance & Statutory Filings

• GST Returns: Assist in compiling transaction records, preparing quarterly GST returns (F5), and supporting reconciliation for IRAS submissions.
• Corporate Tax Support: Collate financial schedules and supporting documentation for year-end corporate tax computations (Form C-S / Form C) and Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) filings.
• Audit Preparation: Maintain neat audit trails, assemble supporting schedules, and assist internal or statutory auditors during audit reviews.

4. Administrative & Internal Controls

• Organize and archive accounting documents, client billings, agreements, and tax receipts systematically.
• Adhere strictly to corporate compliance guidelines, internal financial controls, and client communication protocols.
• Execute additional ad-hoc finance tasks and operational support as assigned by management.

Qualification & Requirements

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., ACCA foundation / ISCA student member).
• Experience: 1 year of hands-on bookkeeping, general ledger, or financial accounting experience.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, financial functions).
• Sound understanding of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), GST rules, and basic corporate taxation framework.
• Soft Skills:
• High level of integrity, meticulousness, and strong attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills for formal internal correspondence.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively under tight deadlines and work independently.

Pay: $2,200.00 - $3,900.00 per month

Work Location: In person