Lead Officer, Finance (Point of Sales)

About the role

This position is responsible for the accurate and timely recording of Point of Sales transactions and other miscellaneous receipts, and related matters. It covers reconciliation, cash handling, reporting and liaison with business units and the accounts receivable function.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure daily sales and cash-up reports reconcile accurately with the system
• Reconcile sales with cash deposits, PayNow, NETS and credit card settlements against bank statements
• Issue, track and monitor vouchers; record and post miscellaneous receipts in the system
• Conduct surprise cash counts at outlets and record customer and member receipts promptly and accurately
• Collate entertainment claim receipts and update monthly records in Excel
• Liaise with business units on POS matters and work with the Accounts Receivable Executive on statements, collections and daily tenant sales
• Initiate monthly GIRO collections and perform monthly GST reconciliations
• Handle customer queries by phone and email professionally, create and maintain vendor records, and follow financial policies and statutory requirements
• Identify process improvements and take part in IT system enhancements, plus other duties as required

Required profile

• Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent, preferably with 1-2 years of general accounting experience
• Sense of initiative and responsibility, able to work with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, analytical and meticulous
• Able to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure

Required skills

• Familiarity with an ERP accounting system or other financial systems
• Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel