Req ID:  6598
Location: 

Singapore

Date:  6 Sep 2024

Assistant Accountant / Accountant, Accounts Receivable

What you'll be doing?

DFS Global Finance Services is building our team of accounting professionals towards our NextGen Finance vision. The candidate will have the opportunity to join the Center of Excellence leveraging new technologies, Process Reengineering, Robotics Process Automation (RPA) and Data Analytics to create value for the individual and the Company. Additionally, DFS invests in people development and facilitates dynamic career moves across various accounting functions such as Regional Controllers, Group Reporting, Transformation Office and Global Tax. 
 

1.    Ensure timely resolution of issues and queries
2.    Ensure procedures are following prevailing corporate policies, and regulatory requirements
3.    To liaise and follow up with vendors and customers relating to billings and collections
4.    Actively assist the team in collections and resolving issues
5.    Review monthly balance sheet schedules and ensure adequate follow-up of aged items
6.    Review and/or prepare monthly reports on receivables and collections
7.    Monitor aged invoices and bad debts provisions to ensure adequate follow-up and initiate write-off when necessary
8.    Standardize processes and implement best practices. 
9.    Lead the team on process improvements and in ad hoc projects as assigned
10.    Review and handle exceptions for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
11.    Prepare ad hoc reports as assigned or requested by management
12.    Liaise with internal and external auditors as necessary
13.    Resource planning & staff development 

Ideal Candidate

  • At least a Degree in Accounting or equivalent 
  • 3 years relevant working experience in accounts receivable
  • CPA or CA licenses are desired    
  • People management experience is added value
  • Must be proficient in MS Excel/computer savvy
  • SAP experience is an advantage

DFS is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy and practice to employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications and competency and to provide all employees with a workplace that is free of discrimination. Employment decisions are based on qualifications such as education, work experience and talent, and are made without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected by law.