About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Finance Executive to support the Finance team in financial reporting, accounts receivable management, GST compliance, and statutory reporting for a portfolio of real estate entities and special purpose vehicles (SPVs). The ideal candidate will possess strong property accounting knowledge and be familiar with landlord and tenant accounting processes within a Singapore real estate environment.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
- Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close activities, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare accounting schedules and supporting documentation for management reporting and statutory audits.
- Assist in the preparation of draft financial statements for SPVs and investment holding entities.
- Liaise with external auditors and coordinate audit requests during annual audit exercises.
Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Manage billing, invoicing, collections, and tenant account reconciliations for the assigned property portfolio.
- Monitor and allocate daily receipts accurately and maintain up-to-date tenant accounts.
- Administer direct debit arrangements and follow up on outstanding receivables.
- Maintain accurate records within the property management system and support AR-related audit queries.
GST & Finance Administration
- Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of GST returns and supporting schedules.
- Ensure proper GST treatment and coding of transactions.
- Support bank account opening documentation, KYC submissions, and other finance administrative matters.
- Assist with ad hoc reporting, analysis, and finance projects as required.
Requirements
- Degree in Accountancy or Finance from a reputable university, and/or actively pursuing or partially qualified in a recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW).
- Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience in Singapore.
- Proven experience in property management, real estate investment, commercial/industrial property, REIT, or landlord-tenant accounting environments.
- Good understanding of property accounting concepts, including:
- Straight-line rental accounting
- Rental income recognition
- Service charge and tenant recovery accounting
- Lease-related accounting transactions
- Hands-on experience in month-end close, financial reporting, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, GST reporting, and audit support.
- Familiarity with Yardi Property Management System (Yardi PMS) or similar property management/accounting systems will be an advantage.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Self-motivated, meticulous, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Working Arrangement
- Hybrid working arrangement.
- Employees are expected to be in the office at least three days per week.
- Flexible work arrangements may be considered, provided assigned responsibilities are completed accurately and within agreed timelines.
Candidates with established experience in Singapore property accounting and a sound understanding of landlord-tenant accounting processes will be highly preferred.