Senior Accountant, F&B - Xero & Automation Focus

About the Role We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our finance team in Singapore. This role plays a key part in ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting, supporting month-end close processes and maintaining compliance with Singapore accounting standards and tax regulations across our F&B group of companies. The ideal candidate has strong experience in full-set accounting within the F&B or multi-outlet environment, is proficient in Xero and has a keen interest in leveraging automation and AI tools to improve finance processes. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Month-End Close Prepare and review full-set management accounts , including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements. Lead monthly close processes , including journal entries, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations. Prepare and maintain accounting schedules (AP, AR, fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, etc.). Consolidate financials across multiple outlets and central kitchen entities. Support the preparation of financial reports and documentation for management review. General Ledger & Bookkeeping Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records in Xero . Review and oversee daily bookkeeping entries prepared by the Accounts Executive team. Perform and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts. Ensure proper classification of COGS, outlet operating expenses and capital expenditure. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversight Review AP and AR processes managed by the Accounts Executive team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness . Oversee supplier payment runs and ensure adherence to payment schedules . Reconcile data from POS systems, food delivery platforms (e.g. GrabFood, Foodpanda) and payment gateways. Monitor aged receivables and payables, escalating issues where required. GST & Regulatory Compliance Prepare and file quarterly GST returns accurately and on time Ensure compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and IRAS requirements. Liaise with external auditors and tax agents during audits and year-end processes. Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and regulatory submissions. Budgeting & Financial Analysis Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts. Perform variance analysis and provide commentary on financial performance against budget. Support the management with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting . Process Improvement & Automation Identify opportunities to automate accounting workflows and reduce manual data entry. Support the implementation or optimisation of integrations between procurement systems, POS systems, delivery platforms and Xero. Maintain an active interest in leveraging automation tools and AI solutions to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. Requirements Strong hands-on experience with Xero accounting software. Experience in the F&B industry or multi-outlet retail/hospitality environment strongly preferred. Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset and good organisational skills. Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet reporting deadlines. Minimum 4–6 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years handling full-set accounts. Solid understanding of Singapore accounting practices, GST and SFRS. Experience with POS system reconciliation and food delivery platform settlements is an advantage. Proficient in spreadsheets (Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel). Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred. Preferred Qualifications Interest in finance automation, system integrations and AI-assisted workflows . Experience working with multi-outlet F&B businesses or central kitchen operations . Familiarity with consolidation of accounts across multiple legal entities. Experience working with external auditors and tax agents. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and process innovation. Opportunity to work in a dynamic F&B environment. Supportive and collaborative team culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr Da Paolo Group Pte Ltd