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Morgan McKinley is partnering with a client to hire a GL Accountant to support its financial reporting and month-end close processes. This role focuses on maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and supporting internal and external reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare journal entries, P&L statements, month-end closing, and cost reports.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations with supporting documentation.
• Ensure accuracy of financial transactions through data gathering and analysis.
• Implement and maintain accounting controls and procedures.
• Monitor budgets, recommend budget levels, and control expenditures.
• Review financial reports and analyze variances in revenue, expenses, and balance sheets.
• Collaborate with business units to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain strong working relationships across finance and functional teams.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal policies.
• Manage financial systems and databases, and input financial data for reporting.
• Set clear goals and manage priorities effectively.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 1 -3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Knowledge in IFRS16 and 15 is a plus
• Prior experience with Oracle Financials or other ERP systems is an advantage
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, ledger management, and financial reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with Access is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a commitment to meeting deadlines

How To Apply?

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EA Licence No: 11C5502 | EAP Registration No: R

【Roles & Responsibilities】

1. Being responsible for general ledger accounting and intercompany reconciliations of the Group's overseas subsidiaries.

2. Being responsible for regularly general ledger accounts review to ensure accurate and timely bookkeeping, clearance, and compliance with supporting documents.

3. Being responsible for preparing financial statements, financial footnotes, and annual final financial statements for the Group's overseas subsidiaries.

4. Being responsible for tax filing for the Group's Singapore subsidiary.

5. Revising general ledger and accounting standards to promote standardization in accounting practices.

6. Driving tax sharing and financial analysis initiatives, including shared tax filing and BI financial analysis projects.

7. Being responsible for improving the financial information quality of served business units.

【Key Requirements:】

1. Bachelor's degree or above in financial accounting or related fields education, with at least four years of experience in general ledger accounting or accounting firms. Experience with consolidated financial statements is preferred.

2. Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Singaporean financial and tax regulations.

3. Proficiency in SAP systems.

4. Strong logical skills, stress resistance, teamwork, and organizational skills.

5. Able to work overtime under high-pressure during peak seasons.

6. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin.

7. Strong self-drive and learning ability

8. Knowledge of Chinese Accounting Standards and relevant tax regulations is a plus.

Others:

1. Specific salary details will be discussed during the interview. Salary is negotiable for candidates with excellent work experience.

2. Kindly include the following in your resume: Availability, Current salary, and Expected salary.

• Comprehensive Cost Accounting: Review all company cost expenditures to ensure authenticity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Cost Data Management: Collect, organize, and analyze cost information, identify anomalies, and follow up until resolved.
• Cost Forecasting: Use historical data and market trends to predict future cost changes and provide data support for business decisions.
• Cost Control Supervision: Oversee cost control and inventory checks, review procurement and inventory management to ensure accuracy and reasonableness.
• Inventory Accounting & Management: Handle inventory accounting and management, including clearing obsolete stock and conducting regular stocktakes to ensure asset security.
• Cost Analysis Reporting: Regularly prepare cost analysis reports, identify reasons for cost savings or overruns, and propose improvement measures.
• Depreciation, Amortization, Asset Impairment, Tax Control: Manage related accounting processes.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by management.

• Bachelor's degree or above in accounting, finance, or related fields.
• Minimum 3-6 years of cost accounting experience in e-commerce or asset-heavy industries; overseas audit experience is preferred.
• Familiar with accounting standards, economic law, tax law, and financial regulations; proficient with ERP systems and financial management software.
• Strong sense of responsibility and stress tolerance, able to maintain efficiency in high-pressure environments.
• Good teamwork and leadership abilities.

Our client is a listed digital entertainment and marketing technology corporate that is expanding its global footprint into Singapore. We are tasked to set up their Finance/Accounting team in Singapore.
Responsibilities:
Comprehensive Cost Accounting: Review all company cost expenditures to ensure authenticity, accuracy, and compliance.
Cost Data Management: Collect, organize, and analyze cost information, identify anomalies, and follow up until resolved.
Cost Forecasting: Use historical data and market trends to predict future cost changes and provide data support for business decisions.
Cost Control Supervision: Oversee cost control and inventory checks, review procurement and inventory management to ensure accuracy and reasonableness.
Inventory Accounting & Management: Handle inventory accounting and management, including clearing obsolete stock and conducting regular stocktakes to ensure asset security.
Cost Analysis Reporting: Regularly prepare cost analysis reports, identify reasons for cost savings or overruns, and propose improvement measures.
Depreciation, Amortization, Asset Impairment, Tax Control: Manage related accounting processes.
Complete other tasks as assigned by management.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or above in accounting, finance, or related fields.
Minimum 3-6 years of cost accounting experience in e-commerce or asset-heavy industries; overseas audit experience is preferred.
Familiar with accounting standards, economic law, tax law, and financial regulations; proficient with ERP systems and financial management software.
Strong sense of responsibility and stress tolerance, able to maintain efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Good teamwork and leadership abilities.
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Company Overview: Pioneer Logistics Holdings Pte Ltd is a leading shipping group specializing in the transportation of dry bulk and liquid bulk cargoes. We are currently expanding our operations and seeking a dedicated accountant to join our dynamic team. We pride ourselves on offering a supportive working culture, a dynamic learning environment, and excellent opportunities for professional growth.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and handle full set of accounts
• Prepare and analyse monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations for discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support financial reporting requirements.
• Handle tax computations and submissions.
• Assist in external audits and liaise with auditors as necessary.
• Perform other ad hoc financial tasks as required.

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in Accounting or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting roles.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially MS Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, etc.).
• Experience with accounting software such as Xero and NetSuite is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Meticulous, proactive, and possess a positive work attitude.
• Singaporean citizenship or Permanent Resident preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with AWS and potential variable bonus.
• Comprehensive medical benefits and insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Stable work environment with very low attrition rates.

Responsibilities:

• Review staff claims, supplier payment and manage payment cycle runs
• Monitor outstanding debts and update DGM regularly on status
• Review inventory aging with logistic/ operation team quarterly
• Coordinate with sales, purchasing, logistic to update project WIP costing monthly
• Maintain good documentation and filing system
• Prepare & review cash flow position and forecast
• Prepare & review journal entries
• Prepare management report and schedules (such as fixed asset, balance sheet schedules, costing schedules).
• Prepare quarterly GST reconciliation and report for submission
• Prepare quarterly budget and forecast of Singapore entity & Taiwan branch
• Review Taiwan Branch results, schedules and communicate with Taiwan bookkeeping company and Taiwan team.
• Prepare consolidation of Singapore and Taiwan results.
• Prepare reports to be submitted to HQ monthly and quarterly.
• Respond to queries from head office
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, banker and attending to their request and queries during audits
• Review and improve internal financial policies and procedures and align with HQ policies.
• Other admin matters such as arranging documents for directors to sign, and miscellaneous activities.

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent, with CA qualification preferred
• Have manufacturing or construction experience, familiar with milestone billing & costing.
• Strong analytical skills with good understanding of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards
• Must be hands-on, meticulous, possess a keen attention to detail and commitment towards deadline.
• Display strong analytical and numerical skills
• Able to be quick to pick up software programmes

You are primarily responsible for finance functions related to Account Payables, as well as supporting various projects and systems implementations. You will work closely with our Finance Shared Services, IT and other relevant departments to ensure seamless integration of systems and adherence to financial processes.

Your role is pivotal in upholding the accuracy of financial reporting and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures, including invoice verification, expense analysis, subvention accounting and system interface verification. Additionally, you will support the Manager in financial reporting, account closure and reconciliation, as well as daily operational processes.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or equivalent
• At least 2 years' relevant experience
• Knowledge of SAP would be an advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• Good understanding of statutory and accounting reporting requirements
• Strong communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
• A team player and also able to multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant / Senior Accountant to join our team. You will be responsible for managing daily accounting operations, preparing financial statements, and supporting cost analysis, tax compliance, and audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage journal entries, month-end closing, and financial statement preparation.
• Perform cost analysis, standard cost calculation, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.
• Ensure timely and accurate corporate tax and GST filings in compliance with Singapore regulations.
• Assist with annual tax submissions, audits, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and reconcile accounts with group companies.
• Prepare financial reports and participate in English-language meetings.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience; cost accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP (FI and CO modules preferred).
• Knowledge of Singapore tax regulations (corporate tax and GST).
• Strong English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work independently.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a multinational corporation.