Accounting Executive (Client-fronting role)

Kensington Corporate Management (S) Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate management firm in Singapore seeks a detail-oriented Client Accounting – Corporate Executive. The role involves managing client portfolios and ensuring compliance with Singapore tax regulations. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in bookkeeping and corporate tax within a Singapore outsourced accounting firm. This position offers professional growth, competitive compensation, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Structured salary package with bonuses

Flexible work model

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in bookkeeping, corporate tax, GST & XBRL.
• Good knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards.
• Experience in managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle a portfolio of clients for bookkeeping, payroll, and tax filing.
• Prepare Unaudited Financial Statements following Singapore FRS.
• Liaise with clients on bookkeeping and tax matters.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Corporate tax

GST

XBRL

Client relationship management

Excel consolidation

Financial Reporting Standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to take the next step in your career? As our Client Accounting – Corporate Executive, you will play a key role in supporting the Head of Department ("HOD") in driving business initiatives, managing client portfolios, implementing process improvements within the Company, and ad-hoc assignments assigned by the Assistant Managers/Manager.

This role provides an opportunity to be hands-on with a wide range of accounting functions, client advisory services, and process optimisation efforts.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle a portfolio of Singapore private limited companies' clients for routine bookkeeping, payroll processing, GST, Corporate Tax and XBRL filing and meet ACRA and IRAS filing deadlines.
• Assist clients in preparing their monthly, quarterly, or annual management accounts.
• Responsible for preparing Unaudited Financial Statements (UFS) for the clients following Singapore FRS (Financial Reporting Standards).
• Assist clients with the preparation of quarterly GST returns, annual tax computations, and Form C or Form C-S and Appendices for submission to the IRAS.
• Liaise with and advise clients on on-going company\'s bookkeeping, payroll related, ACRA and IRAS related matters.
• Assist the Managers to guide and/or review Executives’ work in handling day to day business outsourcing services.
• Support the Managers in the transition of the accounting, GST, Corporate Tax transfer records from the take-over business and on boarding of new clients.
• Assist the Managers to implement new software, improve SOP, workflows and processes and ensure the team comply with relevant statutory acts and filing deadlines.

What We Are Looking For

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, ACCA, or equivalent qualifications.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in bookkeeping, corporate tax, GST & XBRL in a Singapore outsourced accounting firm.
• Good knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, ACRA, MOM, CPF and relevant tax rules, procedures and guidelines.
• Experience in managing client relationships, demonstrate interpersonal skills when interacting with internal and external clients.
• Experience in preparing consolidation using Excel and preparing year-end draft statutory company or group financial statements with notes to the accounts.
• Technology savvy, excellent interpersonal, written & oral communication and analytical skills.
• Resilient and able to work independently to organize and prioritize work with minimal supervision.
• Experienced Audit executives/supervisors/team leads who are currently working in Singapore Audit Firms are also welcome to apply

Traits

• Meticulous & Detail-Oriented: You ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance.
• Client-Focused & Professional: You build strong relationships and provide clear financial guidance to clients.
• Proactive & Adaptable: You take initiative in improving processes and embracing new technologies.

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.