ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

JOB SUMMARY We are looking for an accounts assistant to join Hawksburn Heritage on a 6-month contract. This is a junior-level opportunity suitable for a fresh graduate, a current accounting student, or someone looking to gain practical hands-on experience in accounting and finance. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including data entry, transaction processing, reconciliations and month-end activities. Location: City Hall/ Bugis Working Hours: 5-day work week, Mondays to Fridays, from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Enter accurate and timely data into the accounting system. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting and financial records. • Assist with month-end closing activities. • Record and process business transactions using double-entry accounting principles. • Process transactions relating to accruals and prepayments. • Record transactions relating to purchases, receivables, payables and cash. • Assist with bank and account reconciliations. • Retrieve and prepare accounting system reports for management use. • Assist with payroll-related accounting entries where required. • Support the finance team with other accounting and administrative duties as required. • Use relevant IT systems and tools effectively for accounting and data analysis. REQUIREMENTS: • Diploma or currently pursuing a qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline • Fresh graduates and candidates with limited working experience are welcome to apply. • Candidates currently pursuing ACCA, CPA or an Accounting & Finance degree are also welcome. • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel; familiarity with CSV files would be advantageous. • Experience with MYOB and/or Xero would be advantageous but is not essential. • Basic understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping. About You • Meticulous, organized and comfortable working with numbers. • Good time management skills with attention to detail. • Keen to learn and gain practical accounting experience. • Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and external parties. • Proactive and willing to take initiative in resolving day-to-day issues. • Able to work independently as well as part of a team.