Accounting Assistant / Executive (Finance) – No Prior Experience Needed

About the role

A permanent, entry-level Accounting Assistant / Executive position in finance in Singapore, advertised by Recruit Express. No prior experience is required and training is provided. The role covers the preparation of monthly financial statements, general ledger entries, bank reconciliations and audit support.

Key responsibilities

• Gather and collect data to prepare monthly financial statements reflecting accrued expenses and prepaid accounts.
• Prepare general ledger journal entries for assigned accounts, making corrections and calculating adjustments.
• Review invoices for capital equipment and prepare the schedule for year-end fixed asset reconciliation.
• Analyse and record investment fund activities monthly, reconciling bank statements of cash and assets to the general ledger.
• Research records and reports, identify errors and submit corrections with analysis to the director.
• Prepare miscellaneous billing invoices, record charges to the general ledger and send them out.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and the monthly closing package, including detailed analysis of general ledger accounts.
• Assist auditors by preparing audit schedules during the year-end audit.

Required profile

• No prior experience required; training is provided.
• Ability to complete mathematical calculations and knowledge of general accounting principles, normally acquired through a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• High analytical ability to gather, analyse and interpret financial information for statements and reports.
• Good interpersonal skills to explain and interpret ledgers and accounts to employees and managers.