Accountant (5-Month Maternity Cover) - Part-Time

Job Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Accountant to support the finance team on a 5-month maternity cover contract. The role will focus on financial reporting, payroll-related data compilation, and statutory compliance. Suitable for candidates with 3–4 years of experience who can work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting

• Handle full/partial sets of accounts
• Perform month-end closing and prepare management reports
• Prepare audit schedules and support external audits

Payroll & Data Reporting

• Compile and validate salary increment data across the financial year
• Prepare payroll-related reports and employee cost analysis
• Support HR/Finance reporting requirements

Statutory & Compliance

• Prepare GST and other statutory filings (as applicable)
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements
• Assist with government-related financial reporting

Data & Headcount Reporting

• Prepare monthly statutory/payroll-related reports (e.g., levy/other contributions if applicable)
• Support headcount tracking and reporting across entities
• Handle ad-hoc data requests and reconciliations

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• 3–4 years of accounting experience
• Familiar with Singapore accounting standards and compliance requirements
• Experience with payroll data or employee-related reporting is a plus
• Proficient in Excel (data analysis, pivot tables)
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Xero, etc.)
• Detail-oriented and able to meet tight timelines