1006 Senior Accountant jobs in Singapore

【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.

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.

• 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

Job Overview:

The ideal candidate for this role will possess a strong background in general ledger accounting, with expertise in system management, setup, and process improvement. This position requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, as well as hands-on experience with ERP systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and maintain the general ledger, ensuring all accounts are accurate, complete, and up-to-date, including accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including preparation and posting of journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments.
• Reconcile POS system transactions with ERP entries and bank deposits daily/weekly/monthly; investigate and resolve discrepancies such as missing sales, refunds, or card payments.
• Review store-level cash sales, credit card sales, and bank variances, ensuring compliance with company cash handling and variance policies.
• Bank statement reconciliation and preparation of Daily Cashflow report for HQ reporting.
• Analyze financial results, identify unusual trends or deviations, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to finance manager and management.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation in compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and company policies.
• Manage and optimize ERP systems for GL and reconciliation processes, including system setup, configuration, integration, and reporting improvements.
• Identify inefficiencies in GL and reconciliation workflows; propose and implement process enhancements, including automation opportunities, to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing required schedules, reconciliations, and explanations to ensure smooth audits.
• Mentor junior accounting staff, reviewing their reconciliations and entries, providing guidance on system usage, discrepancy resolution, and best practices in F&B accounting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualification (CPA/CA) is a plus.
• 8+ years of experience in General Ledger accounting, preferably in F&B, retail, or multi-unit operations.
• Deep understanding of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and accounting principles.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and integration; strong interest in system setup, configuration, and process improvement.
• Proven ability to analyze, optimize, and automate accounting workflows.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to coordinate effectively across teams and with management.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to lead projects independently in a fast-paced environment.

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.

We are looking for an experienced and meticulous Accountant/Senior Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and audit activities. This role requires strong technical knowledge in financial reporting standards, experience in managing a small team, and the ability to ensure financial and regulatory compliance across regions, particularly with exposure to Vietnam accounting practices.

• Lead and supervise the daily operations of the accounting team to ensure smooth financial processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Ensure adherence to Vietnam Accounting Standards and relevant financial legislation, where applicable.
• Support and participate in internal, external, and government audit activities.
• Oversee tax compliance matters including e-invoicing, Corporate Income Tax (CIT), and Foreign Contractor Tax (FCT).
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all tax-related matters.
• Take the lead in financial and tax audits, ensuring timely preparation and response to audit requirements.
• Implement and monitor key financial controls to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Identify and recommend improvements to internal controls, systems, and processes.
• Lead, mentor, and support the professional development of the accounting team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve financial issues and support improvement initiatives.
• Handle ad-hoc financial tasks and projects as required.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in handling full set of accounts.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior accounting position, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• Solid knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Familiarity with Vietnam Accounting Standards is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong leadership, time management, and organizational abilities.
• Proficient in financial systems and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

If interested, please submit your application to with your expected salary and resume.

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