Account Executive

Company Overview

The Precepts Group is a trusted leader in financial and estate planning across Singapore. It offers integrated services including Will Writing, Estate Planning, Trust Administration, Education and Corporate Management through its subsidiaries.

Job Summary

Support the finance team by managing accounts receivable and payable, performing bank reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and assisting with month-end closing and audit finalization tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable processes to ensure accurate billing and timely payments
• Prepare and file tax returns, including GST filings, to comply with regulatory requirements
• Compile financial data and maintain accurate records for reporting and audit purposes
• Perform prepayment, accruals, and fixed assets accounting to support monthly and yearly account finalization
• Assist in preparing trial balances, financial statements
• Conduct bank reconciliations to verify and resolve discrepancies in bank statements
• Calculate and reconcile customer and supplier account balances to ensure accuracy
• Enter financial data promptly and retrieve reports from the accounting system to maintain up-to-date records
• Execute month-end closing activities to finalize accounting periods accurately
• Record and process all business transactions using double-entry accounting principles within the organization’s accounting system
• Participate in ad-hoc finance projects and systems testing as required to support continuous improvement
• Manage full set of accounts and utilize inhouse and Xero accounting software effectively (preferred)

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience managing a full set of accounts
• Proficiency in using accounting software like Xero and similar

Requirements:

• Advanced Diploma or Degree in Accountancy or a related discipline
• Minimum of 1 – 2 years of relevant accounting experience   
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and accounting software such as Xero
• Strong attention to detail with good organizational and analytical skills
• Proactive, responsible and effective in problem-solving
• Good command of written and spoken English

Benefits:

• Medical and Dental benefits upon confirmation
• Annual salary review and performance-based bonus
• Ongoing training and development opportunities