Accounts Assistant

We are seeking a full-time Accounts Assistant for our entity in Singapore. The Accounts Assistant is responsible for all accounting related activities, assisting with audit schedules preparation, filing of TDS/GST, month end closing, balance sheet reconciliation, invoicing, payment and receipt processing. The role is part of Subsidiary Finance, an important division of SGX, with a direct relationship with SGX FX Systems but will have some cross over with other business units within scope. Responsibilities:Accounts Payable FunctionsEnsure that the payment approval of invoices is appropriately sought in accordance with the authorization matrixEnsure accurate coding of expenses and recording of such expensesCheck the reimbursement of staff claims and record corporate credit card expenses to the appropriate GLProcess payments for invoices and staff claims on a timely basisPrompt update of payments in the accounting systemDownload and send out debit adviceMonitor bank balances and manage payment fundingEnsure procurements complied with procurement SOPPrepare monthly TDS and GST reports for our India officeAccounts Receivable FunctionsHandle the monthly billing process by ensuring timely and accurate invoicing to customersHandle inquiries, supporting all invoicing and billing support functions for external and internal customersReview sales contracts to ensure accurate billingPrompt update of receipts in the accounting systemResearch account disputes and billing discrepanciesSend out monthly Statement of Accounts and monitor A/R ageing reportGeneralAssist in month-end close process. E.g., preparation of monthly recurring journals, raise intercompany invoices, performing bank and intercompany reconciliationAssist in the preparation of month-end balance sheet schedules and year-end audit schedulesCo-ordinate with our third-party accounting consultant to manage periodic financial-related activities, e.g., various corporate tax filing, GST/TDS filing, etc.Co-ordinate with our third-party company secretarial to ensure all compliances documents are filed on a timely basisAnnual review of vendors including single and preferred vendors identification for action where requiredMaintain a record of all external contracts and its expiry dates. Ensure three months advance notice are given to the respective departments responsible for renewalAssist external consultant in Transfer Pricing study and implementation of TP modelFixed assets accounting and managementWork on special projects, automation, workflow process improvements, and control environment opportunities both locally and across the Subsidiary FinanceOther ad-hoc duties as assignedExperience and Skills:Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance or auditHands-on experience with AR/AP, month end closing and preparation of audit schedules and financial statementsCustomer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitmentsGood communication, problem solving, and analytical skills requiredClose attention to detail, ability to meet tight deadlinesAbility to work independently and to adapt to a fast-changing environmentGood organizational and time management skillsSkilled in Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or SAP knowledge desirableACCA in Finance, Diploma in Accounting, or Business is preferred