Assistant Accountant - 1 Year contract role
An exciting one-year contract opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to support Finance Administration across multiple SEA markets. This role provides essential cover during an S4 HANA implementation, ensuring smooth day-to-day financial operations during a key period of transformation.
What you'll do:
As an Assistant Accountant in this contract role based in Singapore, you will be at the heart of the finance team’s daily operations.
- Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements by gathering data and ensuring accurate reporting across multiple South East Asia markets.
- Support the creation of journal entries, accruals, and perform general ledger reconciliations to maintain precise financial records.
- Provide documentation and information required for internal and external audits, ensuring timely responses and thoroughness in audit processes.
- Track, monitor, and analyse intercompany transactions while managing related documentation for transparency and compliance.
- Handle fixed assets activities such as documentation administration and posting to ensure up-to-date asset records.
- Liaise with representative offices’ book-keepers for effective monitoring of bookkeeping activities and ensure alignment with company standards.
- Support corporate tax functions including GST, income tax, and withholding tax by assisting with data collection and compliance requirements.
- Process vendor invoices promptly for non-outsourcing entities while maintaining accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
- Reconcile supplier statements regularly and resolve any discrepancies efficiently for non-outsourcing entities.
- Monitor accounts receivable balances for non-outsourcing entities by following up on outstanding payments and reconciling customer accounts.
What you bring:
To excel as an Assistant Accountant in this contract position based in Singapore, your proven experience should include working knowledge of SAP systems alongside a solid grounding in core accounting practices.
- Demonstrated proficiency in SAP is essential for managing financial records efficiently within this role.
- A strong foundation in accounting principles enables you to handle complex financial data with accuracy.
- Exceptional attention to detail ensures that all reports, reconciliations, and documentation are completed precisely.
- Excellent analytical skills allow you to identify discrepancies quickly and propose effective solutions.
- Good communication abilities help you collaborate effectively with colleagues across different countries as well as external partners such as auditors or vendors.
- Interpersonal skills foster positive relationships within the team environment while supporting cross-functional cooperation.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively ensures that tasks are completed reliably even under tight deadlines or changing priorities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel along with other MS Office applications supports your ability to manage large volumes of data efficiently.
- Experience liaising with external auditors is considered advantageous but not mandatory; willingness to learn is highly valued.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation is known for its supportive, collaborative culture and strong emphasis on flexibility and professional growth. With operations across South East Asia—including Singapore—you'll work with experienced colleagues in an inclusive environment that values teamwork and shared success. Joining during a key transformation phase (S4 HANA implementation) offers valuable exposure and the chance to grow in a company that prioritises both development and wellbeing.
What's next:
If you are ready to take on new challenges within a collaborative finance team, apply today by clicking on the link provided.
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
ROC No.: 199706961E | EA Licence No.: 03C5451
EA Registration No.: R23112536 Eleanor Tan
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: Systems Accountant
Industry: Accountancy
Salary: SGD5600 - SGD5800 per month
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Singapore
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: QR1HVS-3CE9DAA2
Date posted: 16 July 2025
Consultant: Eleanor Tan (R23112536)
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