Accountant (Accounts Payable)

About the role

A global semiconductor testing and measurement company operating across multiple regions is hiring an Accounts Payable Accountant in Singapore (West). The role oversees the end-to-end AP process, from vendor invoices and payments to month-end closing, and requires fluent Korean.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments.
• Review and process employee expense claims in line with corporate Travel & Entertainment policies.
• Investigate, reconcile and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment exceptions and vendor issues.
• Ensure payment activities comply with internal controls and corporate policies, and drive process improvement.
• Serve as the main point of contact for AP matters, supporting internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Perform month-end closing, including accounts reconciliation and balance sheet schedule preparation.
• Work with Procurement, Contract Management and business teams on payment controls and supplier payment terms.
• Support internal and external audits with schedules and documentation, and ensure SOX and statutory compliance.
• Monitor tax regulations, withholding tax and foreign exchange control requirements.

Required profile

• Business-level proficiency in Korean, with the ability to communicate with Korean-speaking stakeholders.
• Minimum 5 years of Accounts Payable experience in a multinational corporation.
• Knowledge of US GAAP is preferred; prior SSC experience is an advantage.
• Open to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents only.

Required skills

• Familiarity with Oracle ERP or other ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office and finance systems.
• Detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.