Senior Accountant

Hawksford Group Services (Philippines) Incorporated; Philippines; Remote; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawksford Group Services (Philippines) Incorporated is seeking an experienced finance professional to join as a senior accounting leader. You will prepare and review financial statements under SFRS, manage month-end/year-end closings, and perform detailed reconciliations for Singapore entities while handling payroll compliance and XBRL filings.

You will consolidate multi-entity, multi-currency books, liaise with auditors, and provide advisory support to clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, CA, or equivalent qualification preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8 years accounting experience, 6+ in Singapore accounting/tax.
• Experience in a professional services firm.
• Strong knowledge of SFRS, Singapore tax/GST, ACRA/IRAS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review full sets of financial statements per SFRS.
• Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual bookkeeping for Singapore entities.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closings.
• Perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet schedules, and variance analysis.
• Prepare management accounts and detailed schedules (Bank, AR/AP, Prepayments, Fixed Assets, Intercompany).
• Review client management accounts and post adjustments.
• Prepare and submit XBRL filings; consolidate financial statements.
• Consolidate across multiple entities with different currencies/year-ends.
• Assist with audits and regulatory submissions (OED, etc.).
• Payroll: process Singapore payroll and related statutory schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Client management

Remote work

Automation tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CA preferred

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Talenox

HR Easily

MYOB

Excel & Google Workspace

Job description

Prepare and review full sets of financial statements in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).

Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual bookkeeping for Singapore entities.

Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing of accounts.

Perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet schedules and reconciliations, and variance analysis.

Prepare Monthly and Annual Management Accounts, including:

• Balance Sheet
• Detailed schedules (Bank, AR/AP, Prepayments, Fixed Assets, Intercompany)

Review client management accounts, propose and post adjustment entries.

Prepare and submit XBRL filings.

Prepare consolidated management accounts and consolidated financial statements.

Perform complex consolidation across multiple entities with different currencies and financial year ends.

Handle accounting for large financial investment companies.

Calculate dividends available for distribution to shareholders.

Prepare interest amortisation schedules for long-term loans.

Calculate and account for FRS 116 (Leases).

Process supplier payments through banking platforms.

Assist with client statutory audits, resolve discrepancies, and provide required documentation.

2. Tax, Compliance & Statutory Reporting

Prepare and review withholding tax filings and related compliance.

Prepare, review, and submit GST returns, including reconciliations and compliance checks.

Support tax computations, deferred tax calculations, and preparation of tax schedules.

Monitor and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including:

• ACRA
• IRAS
• CPF Board
• Other relevant regulatory authorities

Assist with audits, including preparation of audit schedules and liaison with external auditors and IRAS auditors.

Assist with OED submissions.

3. Payroll & Employee Tax Compliance

Process and review Singapore payroll accurately and on time.

Handle payroll-related reconciliations and statutory schedules.

Ensure compliance with:

• CPF contributions and submissions.
• Skills Development Levy (SDL) calculations and payments.
• GLP calculation and application.

Prepare and submit annual employee tax filings, including:

• IR21
• IR8A
• IR8S
• Appendix 8A / 8B

4. Client & Stakeholder Management

Manage and handle a portfolio of 10 to 30 clients depending on size of any team they are managing and the complexity of the accounts.

Act as the key point of contact for assigned Singapore clients.

Conduct client calls and discussions on accounting, tax, and payroll matters.

Provide advisory and consulting services to clients.

Liaise with:

• Internal accounting and management teams
• Immigration teams
• External auditors
• Lawyers and tax lawyers

Communicate technical matters clearly and professionally.

Work closely with managers and partners to meet deadlines and service standards.

5. Quality Control

Implement and support internal control improvements.

Review work prepared by junior accountants and provide guidance and coaching.

Ensure all work complies with firm policies and Singapore regulatory standards.

Identify issues, risks, and opportunities for process and quality improvement.

Contribute to the development of internal templates, checklists, and best practices.

Support training and mentoring of junior team members.

Requirements

Technical & Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification (preferred) or equivalent professional experience.

Minimum 8 years of accounting experience, with at least 6 years in Singapore accounting and tax.

Experience working in an accounting or professional services firm.

Strong working knowledge of:

• Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS)
• Singapore corporate tax and GST
• ACRA and IRAS compliance requirements

Skills & Attributes

High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and spoken English.

Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines independently.

Comfortable working remotely with Singapore-based teams and clients.

Adaptable to new technologies and automation tools.

Systems & Tools

Experience with Singapore accounting and payroll software, such as:

• Xero
• QuickBooks
• Talenox
• HR Easily
• MYOB
• or similar systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.