Client Accounting Assistant Manager

JTC Kensington; Kenangan; Hybrid; SGD 8.000 - 12.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Client Accounting – Corporate Assistant Manager to manage a portfolio of accounting matters while supervising team members. This role involves preparing financial reports, overseeing regulatory compliance, and enhancing internal processes. Ideal candidates will have experience in accounting within a Singapore firm and possess strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Professional Growth

Competitive Compensation

Flexible Work

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in accounting, corporate tax, GST, and XBRL.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (FRS).
• Experience in supervising junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage client accounts, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
• Prepare management accounts and financial statements.
• Supervise the work of Client Accounting Executives.

Skills

Client management

Leadership

Proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of tax regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

[Your Next Opportunity]

Are you an accounting professional who thrives on client interactions and delivering exceptional accounting solutions? As our Client Accounting – Corporate Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of client accounting matters, ensuring timely and accurate service delivery while supervising and guiding the Client Accounting Executives.

This hands-on role involves preparing client deliverables, overseeing bookkeeping, GST, Corporate Tax, and payroll functions, and driving process improvements within the team.

[Your Role & Responsibilities]

• Manage a portfolio of Singapore private limited companies, ensuring accurate and timely completion of accounting, payroll, GST, corporate tax, and XBRL filings in compliance with ACRA and IRAS regulations.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and unaudited financial statements, adhering to Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (FRS).

• Supervise and review the work of two Client Accounting Executives, ensuring the quality and compliance of management accounts, financial statements, GST returns, and tax computations.

• Serve as a key liaison for clients, providing advisory support on accounting, payroll, and compliance matters.

• Oversee the onboarding process for new clients, ensuring smooth transitions of accounting, tax, and GST records.

• Drive process improvements through software implementation, workflow enhancements, and ensuring regulatory deadlines are met.

• Mentor and train team members, supporting their continuous learning and professional development.

[What We Are Looking For]

[Education]

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, ACCA, or a relevant discipline.

[Skills & Experience]

• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, corporate tax, GST, and XBRL within a Singapore outsourced accounting firm. Candidates with relevant experience, such as leading teams or serving as a team leader, will be considered for a Manager role. Compensation will be based on experience.

• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (FRS), ACRA, MOM, CPF, and relevant tax regulations.

• Experience in supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members to ensure high-quality service.

• Excellent client management skills, with the ability to provide clear, actionable advice and guidance.

• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting, including the preparation of consolidated financial statements.

• Tech-savvy, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

[Traits]

• Leadership & Mentorship: Ability to guide and support junior team members, fostering their professional growth.

• Client-Focused: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain lasting client relationships.

• Proactive & Detail-Oriented: Able to take initiative in driving process improvements while maintaining accuracy.

[What We Offer]

• Professional Growth – We value commitment and provide opportunities for professional development, industry exposure and professional memberships.

• Competitive Compensation – Structured salary package with annual reviews, discretionary performance bonuses and a fixed bonus.

• Flexible Work – Hybrid model with remote options giving you autonomy while ensuring productivity.

We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.