Accounts Executive

About the role

We are seeking a Accounts professional to manage the organisation's day-to-day accounting and finance functions. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is comfortable managing multiple sets of accounts independently. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day accounting, month-end closing, financial reporting, GST submission and audit coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Manage multiple sets of accounts by the company, ensuring that each set of accounts is accurately maintained and completed in a timely manner.
• Full set of accounts, including Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), general ledger and month-end closing.
• Handle day-to-day accounting transactions, bookkeeping and timely posting of accounting entries.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, balance sheet schedules and other relevant financial reports.
• Perform bank, payment platform, sales collection and other account reconciliations.
• Manage Accounts Payable, including invoice verification, payment processing and supplier reconciliations.
• Monitor Accounts Receivable and inform management on outstanding payments and collections where required.
• Prepare and submit GST returns and ensure compliance with relevant accounting and statutory requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors and assist with year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date accounting records in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement and strengthen internal controls across the organisations' finance processes.
• Identify control weaknesses, irregularities and potential financial risks, and recommend appropriate improvements.
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure proper adherence to financial procedures and internal controls.
• Review and improve existing finance processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and undertake other accounts-related assignments as required.
• Provide accounting and administrative support for membership, events and other organisational activities as required.
• Assist with general office administration and maintenance of office records and documentation.

Requirements

• Diploma, Degree or professional qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related field.

• At least 4 years of relevant experience in accounting and/or finance roles.

• Experience in managing multiple sets of accounts simultaneously will be an advantage.

• Good understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, management accounts and balance sheet schedules.

• Experience in preparing GST returns and handling statutory requirements.

• Candidates with prior audit experience will have an added advantage.

• Knowledge of AutoCount accounting software will be an advantage.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong attention to detail, with good organisational and time-management skills and the ability to manage deadlines.

• Resourceful, proactive and able to identify issues and take appropriate action to resolve them.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, hands-on approach to work.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with management, colleagues and external stakeholders.

• A positive, responsible and adaptable team player