Accounting Assistant Manager

CSC Hildebrand; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual leave & benefits

Bonuses/commission

Job summary

CSC Hildebrand is seeking an Assistant Manager, Accounting, to lead day-to-day accounting operations and drive accurate financial reporting in Singapore. You will oversee close processes for multiple entities, coordinate MAS returns, and support governance and internal controls while mentoring junior staff.

You will collaborate with stakeholders and senior management to progress into a managerial role, develop leadership and technical capabilities, and enhance service delivery across client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Professional accounting qualifications preferred (CPA/ACCA/SCA).
• Chartered Accountant designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual close and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act, SFRS, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare group consolidated financial statements and MAS returns.

Skills

English

Chinese

Analytical

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's in Accountancy/Finance

Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/SCA)

Chartered Accountant designation

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Xero

SAP Accpac

Job description

Intro

The Assistant Manager, Accounting, is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements. This role will be worked closely with business stakeholders and senior management, while developing the leadership and technical capabilities required to progress into a manager position.

Job Description

Accounting Assistant Manager

Singapore

Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 18:00

Hybrid

Intro

The Assistant Manager, Accounting, is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements. This role will be worked closely with business stakeholders and senior management, while developing the leadership and technical capabilities required to progress into a manager position.

Some of the things you’ll be doing

• Manage an assigned client portfolio and oversee the end-to-end financial close process, ensuring the timely preparation, review, and delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Review and ensure the management accounts and financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Companies Act, Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), and other applicable regulatory requirement
• Prepare and review group consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare and review Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulatory returns, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission in compliance with MAS regulations and reporting requirements. Monitor changes in regulatory requirements, assess their impact on reporting obligations, and implement necessary updates to maintain ongoing compliance.
• Establish, implement and maintain appropriate accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to support effective financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• Continuously assess the effectiveness of existing processes and controls, identifying opportunities for improvement, and lead process enhancement initiatives to strengthen operational effectively, accuracy and risk management.
• Review and approve accounting transactions within delegated authority limits, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Ensure the timely resolution of accounting issues, client queries and operational matters, escalating significant issues as appropriate
• Drive continuous improvement and standardization of accounting processes to enhance service quality, productivity and compliance
• Coordinate and support external and internal audit engagement, implement and monitor internal control measures and ensure compliance with governance, regulatory and company policy requirements
• Identify control gaps, assess risk and implement corrective and preventative actions to strengthen the overall control environment.
• Lead, coach and mentor accounting team members through effective coaching, technical guidance, and professional development initiatives. Review and approve accounting work to ensure high-quality deliverables and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients, acting as a trusted business partner and key point of contact. Identify opportunities to expand service offerings, support proposals and client presentations, and contribute to business growth and revenue objectives.
• Collaborate closely with Business Development and operational stakeholders to support strategic growth initiatives, enhance client service offerings, and identify new business opportunities.
• Conduct and facilitate technical training and knowledge-sharing sessions to strengthen the team’s accounting, regulatory and financial reporting capabilities and support continuous learning
• Assist with the onboarding of new clients, including conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence, evaluating the scope of services to be provided, and performing periodic client reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and internal requirements
• Undertake special assignments, projects, and other ad hoc duties as assigned.

What technical skills, experience, and qualifications do you need

Required level and content of education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification such as Singapore CA, ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW, or equivalent is preferred.
• Chartered Accountant designation or equivalent professional certification would be an advantage.

Business experience required

• Minimum 5 to 8 years of relevant accounting, financial reporting, or client accounting services experience, preferably within an accounting firm, corporate services provider, shared services environment, or professional services firm.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients and handling full sets of accounts across multiple entities.
• Hands‑on experience in the preparation and review of management accounts, statutory financial statements, and group consolidated financial statements.
• Experience in regulatory reporting, including the preparation and review of MAS returns, would be advantageous.
• Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing team members.
• Experience managing external audits, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvement initiatives.
• Exposure to business development activities, client relationship management, and proposal preparation would be an added advantage.

Language skills/other skills required

• Fluent in English and Chinese
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and ERP platforms, such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Xero, SAP Accpac, or similar applications.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

About Us

CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge‑based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®

CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth‑oriented environment where everyone is valued.

CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success‑sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers .

We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,

About The Team

At CSC®, we’re always looking ahead, finding ways to innovate, challenge the status quo, and anticipate the needs of our clients. We exceed expectations by adapting client ambitions and goals as our own. This Fierce Client Spirit has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 125 years. It’s also the reason we’re the trusted partner of many of the world’s most successful organizations.

CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose values align with ours. We empower our colleagues to bring the right solutions to market to meet client demand. That’s why we are the leading provider of business administration and compliance solutions.

• CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people.
• We have won several employer recognition awards, including Top Workplace USA, Great Places to Work India, and Built In’s Best Places to Work.
• We offer fulfilling work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.
• Employees are eligible for Success Sharing, bonuses, or commission plans based on role and individual performance.
• CSC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and more.
• As business needs allow, CSC offers hybrid or remote work schedules in alignment with local regulations. Specific details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.