Accountant

XCL World Academy is seeking to recruit anAccountantproviding support to the Head of Finance for finance operations of XCL World Academy and XCL American Academy.

The successful incumbent should be able to commence immediately.

Main Responsibilities

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• Handles a full set of accounts (Independent contributor), including month - end and year - end closing.
  
• Assist, manage and maintain Fixed Asset Register
  
• Assist the AR/AP teams for any process control/ system improvement, following up with outstanding fees.
  
• Responsible for reconciling and agreeing intercompany balances within the Group and its related companies.
  
• Reporting on intercompany balances for Month-end and Year-end closing.
  
• Process overseas/local suppliers;
  payment and prepare journal entries for accruals and other adjustments.
  
• Evaluate and improve AP and GL process and timely review of Open POs.
  
• Preparation of monthly and year-end schedules as per Financial Statements, Bank Reconciliation and Petty Cash.
  
• Submission of FPS insurance.
  
• Ensure compliance with the mandated insurance for fees collected in advance under the Fee Protection scheme.
  
• Review multiple entity accounts and liaison with various departments.
  
• Provide insight on financial matters and assist in implementing financial policies and controls with compliance of accounting policies &
  procedures.
  
• Responsible for Year-end Statutory Audit. Liaise with external auditors to close the audit on a timely basis.
  
• Liaise with Tax Agents on annual tax computation &
  amp;
  submissions to ensure tax compliance and all tax returns are submitted on a timely basis.
  
• Preparation of GST filing.
  
• Support senior management and project managers on major initiatives and projects where needed.
  
• Perform any other ad hoc projects as required.
  

Person Specifications

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• Minimum Degree in Accounting, or equivalent.
  
• Minimum 4 years or relevant experience or similar role.
  
• Hands-on bookkeeping is preferred. Candidates with a strong audit background in Big 4 firms may also be considered.
  
• Experience in NetSuite Accounting software would be an advantage.
  
• Strong in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  
• Experience in handling Statutory Audits.
  
• Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written).
  
• Possess excellent time management, attention to detail, multitasking and ability to work under minimal supervision.
  
• Positive mindset and excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work alongside other staff from various departments.
  

Application

Interested applicants are welcome to send your applications by 5 July 2024.

About us

XCL World Academy offers a rigorous and balanced education for students aged 2 to 18, beginning with our Nursery programme and continuing through the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum of studies. We believe in future-proofing your child by providing relevant skills and exposure, equipping them with the skills required for the jobs of tomorrow. Through our world-class curriculum and with the guidance of highly experienced teachers, our students embark on a self-directed journey to become skilled and empathetic young individuals.

We aspire to recruit employees that share and understand our commitment towards creating our mission of empowering an international community of happy learners who aspire to positively impact others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to Safer Recruitment processes such as interviews, employment reference checks, identity, and criminal record checks. Selected candidate[s] would be required to provide documentation of background checks done from the home country.