Accounts Executive (AR)

About the role

This position is fully accountable for the completeness and accuracy of all sales receipts in the Singapore market. In addition, this role will work closely with stakeholders on the sales front, i.e., outlet and sales managers, POS, and BI support consultants on sales data hygiene.

Saladstop Group has a presence in several Asia markets such as Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. The Group operates outlets in solely owned, JV, and franchisee models.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

1. Supports in the development and production of management reporting related to, among others but not limited to:
1. P&L, B/S, and Cashflow particularly AR and bank
2. Ownership of execution of Accounts Receivables
3. Daily reconciliation of sales (mainly on Singapore-based outlet sales)
4. Daily reconciliation of bank statements
5. Reconciling of 3P commission statements against sales and commission expenses
6. Issuance of debit/credit notes to customers (mainly for B2B sales)
7. Ensuring accuracy of discounts, refunds, and tax impacts on sales
8. Ensuring completeness of sales booked against POS, e-wallets, and bank
9. Ensuring AR ledger is clean and updated promptly
10. Understanding business process flow of POS, sales, receipt, payment gateways, and bank
11. Improving AR processes including automation of bank reconciliation with BI tool, reducing paperwork
12. Monitor AR aging reports and highlight exceptions
13. Be able to work with a BI tool and several other platforms for reconciliation purposes

Periodic activities:

1. Support the monthly financial statement close process particularly on sales and AR
2. Be involved in projects/initiatives that impact revenue streams i.e., promotions, new sales website
3. Preparation of monthly GTO statements to landlords
4. Preparation of annual GTO audits for (selected) outlets
5. Assist to prepare documents for the auditors for year-end audit
6. Filing of invoices/receipts (when applicable)
7. Other adhoc duties as required

- Direct communication with stakeholders (B2B customers, outlets, auditors, POS, BI)

- Maintains relations with (external) parties like management, accountants, banks, governmental organizations. Supports with fiscal and legal compliance by monitoring recurring audits by external auditors.

- Continuously drives improvements allowing the (Finance) organization to keep up with the fast-changing and dynamic environment.

- Demonstrates ability to operate in a fast-changing environment including the possibility of an implementation of a new ERP/accounting system.

- Reports directly to the Finance Director and in absence to the Finance Manager.

Education / Skills

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
2. Minimum 4 years’ experience
3. Strong Technical Accounting Knowledge (e.g. IFRS, area tax regulations, tax)
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Attention to detail is paramount
6. Team player, outspoken with strong work ethic and commitment
7. Advanced Microsoft technical skills particularly Excel
8. Ability and willingness to adapt to changes for improvements, particularly on systems and internal controls
9. Driven individual who can communicate effectively and openly, and look to develop himself/herself across functions within Finance
10. Committed individual with a certain level of responsibility given the sensitive nature of the role