Accounting and Tax Associate

Entrust Public Accounting Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accounting firm seeks an individual skilled in managing client accounts and tax submissions. You will be responsible for preparing financial statements, dealing with tax queries, and ensuring compliance with Singapore tax laws. Ideal candidates should demonstrate meticulousness, strong analytical skills, and a proactive attitude, delivering tailored support to a diverse clientele.

Qualifications

• Proficient understanding of Financial Reporting Standards and Singapore tax regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Organized and meticulous with strong problem-solving initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare full or partial accounts and manage client tax submissions.
• Deal with queries from the Comptroller of Income Tax.
• Responsible for full payroll functions and handling GST filings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Jobs responsibilities:

• Prepare full or partial set of accounts for the portfolio of clients within deadline
• Prepare and submission of GST filling
• Maintain and administer on accounting matters for the portfolio of clients
• Manage a portfolio of individual and corporate tax clients including clients’ expectations and deliverables
• Prepare and submit Estimated Chargeable Income for corporate clients on a timely basis to meet the filing deadline
• Prepare and submit Income Tax Returns (i.e. Tax Return Forms and income tax computations) for clients on a timely basis to meet the filing deadline
• Deal with queries raised by the Comptroller of Income Tax for clients as and when required
• Advise clients upon request on matters relating to Income Tax, Goods and Services Tax, Cross Border Transactions, etc
• Responsible for full spectrum of payroll functions in relation to the portfolio of clients (monthly CPF Contribution, IR8A tax submission)
• Provide support for other ad-hoc assignments

Jobs requirements:

• Be proficient and have a good understanding of Financial Reporting Standards, Singapore Income Tax Act and Singapore Goods and Services Tax (“GST”) Act and other relevant regulations
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Meticulous and organised individual with strong initiatives
• Positive work attitudes and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and in a team