Accounts Assistant/ Accounts Executive (Shipping/ Logistics)

Location: Bukit Merah

Working Hours: 5 days, 8.30am to 5.00pm

Salary: Up to $3,800 + Variable Bonus

Employment Type: Permanent

Industry: Shipping / Logistics

Responsibilities:

Handle day-to-day accounting duties, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.

Process supplier invoices, sales invoices, debit notes, credit notes and payment-related documents.

Prepare and issue Statements of Account, including shipping agency disbursement statements.

Assist with payment processing, cheque issuance, bank transactions and daily finance operations.

Perform accounting entries and ensure records are updated accurately in the system.

Support bank reconciliation, cash flow monitoring and month-end closing activities.

Assist with accruals, prepayments, journals and other month-end accounting schedules.

Support payroll-related accounting matters where required.

Assist in preparing financial reports and improving reporting accuracy.

Coordinate with overseas branches, associates and vendors on accounting reports, payments and supporting documents.

Ensure accounting records, invoices and payment documents are properly maintained and filed.

Requirements:

Minimum 1 year of relevant accounting experience, preferably in shipping, logistics, freight forwarding or related industries.

Candidates with AP, AR, invoicing, SOA, bank reconciliation or month-end closing experience will be preferred.

Able to work independently and handle detailed accounting documentation.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.

Meticulous, responsible and able to follow up closely on payment and billing matters.

Bilingual in English and Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin speaking associates who can only communicate in Mandarin.

Email to: William.ow@searchpersonnel.com.sg