Assistant Accountant

JOB PURPOSE 1) Efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. 2) Responsible for monthly closings and account analysis and carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department such as bank reconciliation, corporate tax preparation and filling, GST filing and intercompany billings. 3) Responsible for full set of accounts assigned and undertake other ad hoc assignments where necessary. JOB CONTENT Accounts Payable 1) To review, flag, clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices and initiates corrective actions. 2) To track expenses and process expenses claimed by staffs on time. 3) To process electronic transfers / payments and monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date. 4) To correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries. 5) To monitor and resolve bank issues including fee anomalies and check differences. 6) To assist with month end closing, quarterly GST filing and provide supporting documentation for audits. 7) To verify the rebate before payout. Taxes 1) Responsible for corporate tax and GST. 2) Liaise with tax agent and officer as needed. General Accounting (or full set of accounts) 1) To prepare for monthly / year end closings for assigned entities. 2) To ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures. 3) To resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities. 4) To reconcile intercompany balances. 5) To prepare and coordinate on the audit process. 6) To draft audited financial statements. 7) To prepare and submit XBRL. 8) Liaise with auditor, overseas business unit and other stakeholders as needed. Treasury 1) Weekly update of bank balance in Share Point 2) Maintain accurate cash book records and perform bank reconciliations periodically including resolved reconciliation items. Month End and Year End Closing 1) Responsible in month-end and year-end closing activities where necessary 2) Coordinate and produce timely and accurate financial and management information, ensuring compliance with statutory regulation and group policies 3) Responsible in the preparation of financial statements and other reporting documents by ensuring that the general ledger accounts are accurately recorded and in compliance to the accounting standards Compliance & Reporting 1) In-charge for statutory audits and annual corporate tax return including tax estimation. Others 1) To carry out any other duties as assigned by the Superior. 2) To support other team members who is away from office. REQUIREMENTS - Minimum Diploma in Finance/Accounting or equivalent - Knowledge in full set of accounts - Min 5 years of relevant experience