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Knightsbridge House International School
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Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Mid-Level Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate is a CPA with solid accounting experience, preferably gained from a reputable audit firm and has practical knowledge in compliance, auditing, consolidation, government licensing, invoicing, tax as well as financial reporting.
Experience working with schools, educational institutions or education-related organizations will be an advantage.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting regulatory and statutory compliance, coordinating audits and government requirements, ensuring timely, accurate invoicing plus building sustainable financial processes.
Key Responsibilities
Account Management
Manage and maintain accurate accounting records and financial documentation.
Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, schedules, and reconciliations.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, inventory, collections and payment processing.
Ensure timely completion of monthly and year-end closing activities.
Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and regulatory obligations.
Coordinate with external auditors and assist with audit planning, documentation and audit requests.
Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for statutory and external audits.
Liaise with government agencies, auditors, banks, vendors and other external stakeholders when necessary.
Review financial transactions and internal processes to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance.
Develop and maintain appropriate financial controls and accounting procedures.
Identify discrepancies, investigate variances and recommend corrective actions.
Support forecasting and other financial planning activities.
Maintain proper filing and documentation of accounting, compliance, licensing and audit records.
Provide financial and administrative support to management as required.
Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.
2. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
Maintain a central compliance calendar covering relevant licences, permits, inspections, renewals, submissions, training and statutory requirements.
Liaise with relevant Singapore government agencies, statutory boards, local authorities on school operational and compliance matters.
Coordinate required applications, renewals, declarations, inspections, submissions and correspondence.
Maintain proper records of licences, permits, approvals, inspection reports, correspondence, certificates and corrective actions.
Monitor regulatory changes relevant to the school's operations and escalate significant changes to management.
Coordinate with external consultants, contractors and specialist service providers where professional advice is required.
Ensure that required corrective and follow-up actions arising from inspections or authority requirements are completed within the stipulated timelines.
3. Government & Regulatory Authorities
Close coordination with relevant authorities and agencies as required by the school's activities and licences, which may include:
Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA)
Cambridge International
Managing Agents and Landlord of the respective campuses
Ministry of Education (MOE)
Ministry of Manpower (MOM)
National Environment Agency (NEA)
Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
Building and Construction Authority (BCA), where applicable
Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), where applicable
Land Transport Authority (LTA), where applicable
Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC)
Other statutory boards, government agencies and local authorities relevant to the school's operations
Qualifications & Experience
CPA qualification is required.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from a reputable university.
At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with experience in a reputable accounting, audit or professional services firm.
Prior experience in school, educational institution or education-related organisation would be advantageous.
Experience dealing with education-sector regulatory or licensing requirements.
Strong background in financial accounting, audit, compliance and regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of relevant tax, statutory and corporate compliance requirements..
Experience in invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, reconciliations, consolidation and financial reporting.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls and audit processes.
Experience working with external auditors and preparing audit documentation.
Proficiency in Xero and Google Suite.
Desired Skills & Competencies
The successful candidate should have
Strong attention to detail, organisation and numerical accuracy.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
An International Cambridge Accredited School for Parents Seeking High-Quality, Affordable Education in Singapore.
The school offers the Cambridge International Curriculum for Year 1 (age 5) to Year 13 A Levels (age 18).
The school was founded by John Fearon. Mr .Fearon is also the founder of the Invictus Group of schools. Knightsbridge House Management Team is very experienced in providing affordable quality education in Asia Pacific.
Since Knightsbridge House was founded in 2021 the school has grown to 600 students. It has two campuses in Singapore (Bukit Merah and Changi), one campus in Thailand and one coming soon in Japan.
KBH is a proud provider of affordable quality education. Fees are as low as $13080 and have not been increased for 4 years whilst never compromising on quality and world class educational outcomes.
For example KBH achieved the highest average test scores globally for the Cambridge Year 7 MIDYIS assessment for three years in a row: *************, ************* and ************* school years. See ************* The school has excellent Mathematics results in particular, the school achieved joint first-place in Singapore Mathematics Challenge 2025. Special mention must be made of the KBH Year 9 Checkpoint Mathematics results in particular where KBH students scored an average of 81%. See *************
Students at KBH are immersed in a multicultural, inclusive, and collaborative community that fosters a nurturing learning environment where all students grow to their fullest potential.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Mid-Level Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate is a CPA with solid accounting experience, preferably gained from a reputable audit firm and has practical knowledge in compliance, auditing, consolidation, government licensing, invoicing, tax as well as financial reporting.
Experience working with schools, educational institutions or education-related organizations will be an advantage.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting regulatory and statutory compliance, coordinating audits and government requirements, ensuring timely, accurate invoicing plus building sustainable financial processes.
Key Responsibilities
Account Management
Manage and maintain accurate accounting records and financial documentation.
Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, schedules, and reconciliations.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, inventory, collections and payment processing.
Ensure timely completion of monthly and year-end closing activities.
Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and regulatory obligations.
Coordinate with external auditors and assist with audit planning, documentation and audit requests.
Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for statutory and external audits.
Liaise with government agencies, auditors, banks, vendors and other external stakeholders when necessary.
Review financial transactions and internal processes to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance.
Develop and maintain appropriate financial controls and accounting procedures.
Identify discrepancies, investigate variances and recommend corrective actions.
Support forecasting and other financial planning activities.
Maintain proper filing and documentation of accounting, compliance, licensing and audit records.
Provide financial and administrative support to management as required.
Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.
2. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
Maintain a central compliance calendar covering relevant licences, permits, inspections, renewals, submissions, training and statutory requirements.
Liaise with relevant Singapore government agencies, statutory boards, local authorities on school operational and compliance matters.
Coordinate required applications, renewals, declarations, inspections, submissions and correspondence.
Maintain proper records of licences, permits, approvals, inspection reports, correspondence, certificates and corrective actions.
Monitor regulatory changes relevant to the school's operations and escalate significant changes to management.
Coordinate with external consultants, contractors and specialist service providers where professional advice is required.
Ensure that required corrective and follow-up actions arising from inspections or authority requirements are completed within the stipulated timelines.
3. Government & Regulatory Authorities
Close coordination with relevant authorities and agencies as required by the school's activities and licences, which may include:
Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA)
Cambridge International
Managing Agents and Landlord of the respective campuses
Ministry of Education (MOE)
Ministry of Manpower (MOM)
National Environment Agency (NEA)
Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
Building and Construction Authority (BCA), where applicable
Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), where applicable
Land Transport Authority (LTA), where applicable
Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC)
Other statutory boards, government agencies and local authorities relevant to the school's operations
Qualifications & Experience
CPA qualification is required.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from a reputable university.
At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with experience in a reputable accounting, audit or professional services firm.
Prior experience in school, educational institution or education-related organisation would be advantageous.
Experience dealing with education-sector regulatory or licensing requirements.
Strong background in financial accounting, audit, compliance and regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of relevant tax, statutory and corporate compliance requirements..
Experience in invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, reconciliations, consolidation and financial reporting.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls and audit processes.
Experience working with external auditors and preparing audit documentation.
Proficiency in Xero and Google Suite.
Desired Skills & Competencies
The successful candidate should have
Strong attention to detail, organisation and numerical accuracy.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
An International Cambridge Accredited School for Parents Seeking High-Quality, Affordable Education in Singapore.
The school offers the Cambridge International Curriculum for Year 1 (age 5) to Year 13 A Levels (age 18).
The school was founded by John Fearon. Mr .Fearon is also the founder of the Invictus Group of schools. Knightsbridge House Management Team is very experienced in providing affordable quality education in Asia Pacific.
Since Knightsbridge House was founded in 2021 the school has grown to 600 students. It has two campuses in Singapore (Bukit Merah and Changi), one campus in Thailand and one coming soon in Japan.
KBH is a proud provider of affordable quality education. Fees are as low as $13080 and have not been increased for 4 years whilst never compromising on quality and world class educational outcomes.
For example KBH achieved the highest average test scores globally for the Cambridge Year 7 MIDYIS assessment for three years in a row: *************, ************* and ************* school years. See ************* The school has excellent Mathematics results in particular, the school achieved joint first-place in Singapore Mathematics Challenge 2025. Special mention must be made of the KBH Year 9 Checkpoint Mathematics results in particular where KBH students scored an average of 81%. See *************
Students at KBH are immersed in a multicultural, inclusive, and collaborative community that fosters a nurturing learning environment where all students grow to their fullest potential.
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