Accountant

Are you meticulous and organised?

Have a background in accounting or finance?

Enjoy interacting with people and working in a team?

YES? – We've got what you are looking for!

Axis Communication is an organisation that focuses heavily on openness and togetherness. We are looking for someone who is highly adaptable, and who is willing and able to foster a collaborative work environment together with us.

The focus for this Accountant is to handle Accounts Payable, Accounts receivable, General Ledger, GST, Tax, Audit relating to the entity. The Accountant is also expected to take a broad perspective on the accounting tasks and be able to support the Accounting Manager and Director of Finance in financial tasks as well. He/she is also expected to contribute to the development of policies and procedures to maintain a high efficiency and effectiveness thinking in the region.

This position is based in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities will Include but not Limited to:

• Ensure accurate and timely month-end closing and financial reporting to Management
• Responsible for preparation and closing of monthly and annual financial statements
• Responsible for accounting processes and tasks (i.e.: AP & AR process, GL, account reconciliation, etc.)
• Coordinate and liaise with internal parties to support intercompany activities
• Coordinate and liaise with external parties like external auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial agents, local tax and government authorities where required
• Support and ensure compliance with all finance filing requirements, tax filing requirement (GST/WHT/CIT/…), audits, procedures and forms both statutory and internal
• Assist in new processes and system implementation when required

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance related
• CPA certification (Certified Public Accountant)
• Strong accounting background with minimum 4-5 years relevant work experience
• Experience with western MNCs in High Tech industry

Important Hard Skills, Abilities, Knowledge for this role:

• Excellent knowledge in MS Excel reporting an added advantage
• IFS system knowledge preferable
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable and conscientious, can-do attitude, driven and passionate about work
• A self-starter who can plan, organise and take initiative to meet job objectives and deadlines independently

Important Soft Skills for this role:

• High level of flexibility to change whenever needed
• High level of self-initiative, self-motivation and customer orientation
• Keen and earnest learner
• Collaborative and Team-focused