Serene Chiw Shi Ting
Summary
Detail-oriented and versatile finance and administrative professional with solid experience in Singapore accounting, payroll, and ACRA corporate secretarial functions. Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and recently graduated with a Diploma in Information Technology in 2025, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and digital adaptability. Skilled in using modern accounting, payroll, and secretarial software such as Xero, QuickBooks, BIPO, and BizFile+. Known for being reliable, detail-focused, and efficient in multi-functional roles within SME and service-based environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Executive
LOTUSIA PTE LTD
RAFFLE PLACE
03.2023 - Current
- Managed full set of accounts, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL), and month-end closing activities.
- Handled GST submissions, corporate tax computations, and compliance with IRAS regulations.
- Provided preliminary consultation to international clients regarding offshore jurisdictions such as BVI, Cayman Islands, Malaysia, and Hong Kong, including a basic understanding of their tax structures, annual filing obligations, and entity maintenance.
- Supported the Business Development (BD) team in responding to client inquiries related to cross-border structuring, nominee arrangements, tax residency, and regulatory requirements.
Payroll Accountant
CALL LADE ENTERPRISES PTE LTD
PASIR PANJANG
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Independently managed full-cycle monthly payroll for both local and foreign employees, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements including CPF, SDL, IR8A, IR21, and other IRAS filings.
- Interpreted and applied Ministry of Manpower (MOM) regulations related to employee leave entitlements, public holidays, childcare leave, maternity/paternity leave, and other statutory benefits.
- Maintained and updated payroll records following Employment Act provisions, ensuring accurate tracking of annual leave, sick leave, and unpaid leave balances.
Corporate Secretary
PPL ACCOUNTING CONSULTANCY PTE LTD
SERENE CENTRE
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Ensure statutory compliance with the Companies Act and ACRA regulations, including timely filing of Annual Returns, changes in company officers, shareholding, and registered particulars.
- Assist in the incorporation of companies, striking off, and other entity lifecycle events.
- Support due diligence processes, company searches, and preparation of KYC documents for banking or audit purposes.
Education
Diploma - Information Technology
KAPLAN INC
Singapore04-2025
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Business Management
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY
Singapore12.2023
Skills
- Singapore Financial Reporting: Proficient in preparing full sets of accounts following Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS)
- Taxation & Compliance: Experienced in GST filing, corporate income tax computation, Form C-S/C preparation, and liaison with IRAS for tax compliance matters
- ACRA Corporate Secretarial Compliance: Skilled in statutory compliance, including company incorporation, annual return filing, updating of officers/addresses/shareholding via BizFile, and maintaining statutory registers
- Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with accounting and secretarial systems such as Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB, AutoCount, Talenox, Info-Tech, and BizFile
- Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of Employment Act, Companies Act, CPF Act, and IRAS/ACRA regulations
Timeline
Account Executive
LOTUSIA PTE LTD
03.2023 - Current
Payroll Accountant
CALL LADE ENTERPRISES PTE LTD
02.2021 - 02.2023
Corporate Secretary
PPL ACCOUNTING CONSULTANCY PTE LTD
11.2019 - 01.2021
Diploma - Information Technology
KAPLAN INC
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Business Management
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY