Accountant

About the Role We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our finance team in Singapore. This role plays a key part in ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting, supporting month-end close processes and maintaining compliance with Singapore accounting standards and tax regulations across our F&B group of companies. The ideal candidate has strong experience in full-set accounting within the F&B or multi-outlet environment, is proficient in Xero and has a keen interest in leveraging automation and AI tools to improve finance processes. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Month-End Close • Prepare and review full-set management accounts , including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements. • Lead monthly close processes , including journal entries, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations. • Prepare and maintain accounting schedules (AP, AR, fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, etc.). • Consolidate financials across multiple outlets and central kitchen entities. • Support the preparation of financial reports and documentation for management review. General Ledger & Bookkeeping • Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records in Xero . • Review and oversee daily bookkeeping entries prepared by the Accounts Executive team. • Perform and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts. • Ensure proper classification of COGS, outlet operating expenses and capital expenditure. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversight • Review AP and AR processes managed by the Accounts Executive team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness . • Oversee supplier payment runs and ensure adherence to payment schedules . • Reconcile data from POS systems, food delivery platforms (e.g. GrabFood, Foodpanda) and payment gateways. • Monitor aged receivables and payables, escalating issues where required. GST & Regulatory Compliance • Prepare and file quarterly GST returns accurately and on time • Ensure compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and IRAS requirements. • Liaise with external auditors and tax agents during audits and year-end processes. • Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and regulatory submissions. Budgeting & Financial Analysis • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts. • Perform variance analysis and provide commentary on financial performance against budget. • Support the management with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting . Process Improvement & Automation • Identify opportunities to automate accounting workflows and reduce manual data entry. • Support the implementation or optimisation of integrations between procurement systems, POS systems, delivery platforms and Xero. • Maintain an active interest in leveraging automation tools and AI solutions to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. Requirements • Strong hands-on experience with Xero accounting software. • Experience in the F&B industry or multi-outlet retail/hospitality environment strongly preferred. • Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset and good organisational skills. • Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet reporting deadlines. • Minimum 4–6 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years handling full-set accounts. • Solid understanding of Singapore accounting practices, GST and SFRS. • Experience with POS system reconciliation and food delivery platform settlements is an advantage. • Proficient in spreadsheets (Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel). • Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred. Preferred Qualifications • Interest in finance automation, system integrations and AI-assisted workflows . • Experience working with multi-outlet F&B businesses or central kitchen operations . • Familiarity with consolidation of accounts across multiple legal entities. • Experience working with external auditors and tax agents. What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Opportunities for professional growth and process innovation. • Opportunity to work in a dynamic F&B environment. • Supportive and collaborative team culture.