Accounting Senior

BDO; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Singapore seeks an experienced accounting professional to manage client accounts, prepare financial reports, and supervise junior staff. The ideal candidate has a Diploma or Degree in Accounting or ACCA, with a minimum of 3-4 years of experience in an outsourcing environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, and proficiency in a second language is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years accounting experience in an outsourcing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Well versed in a second language is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Complete assignments under minimum supervision.
• Produce accountancy working papers and draft accounts.
• Post entries and produce management account reports.
• Prepare VAT returns and highlight unusual items.
• Provide clients with value-adding recommendations.
• Supervise and develop junior staff and appraise work.
• Participate in sales and marketing activities.
• Accountable for ad-hoc assignments and reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Accounting proficiency

Independence

Education

Diploma / Degree in Accounting / ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Complete assignments with a minimum of Manager Supervision.

Produce a complete accountancy working paper file with draft accounts for a job that involves incomplete record work

Post sales, purchases, and bank and journal entries on the firm’s approved accounts package and produce required reports for management account purposes

Prepare quarterly VAT returns and highlight any unusual items ready for review

Ensure all clients’ needs are met in regard to answering queries promptly, building a rapport with the client and anticipating requirements

Provide clients with value-adding recommendations for improvements in processes and controls

Supervise, coach, motivate and develop junior members of staff both on client premises and in the office, and review and appraise work at the end of the assignment

Participate in sales and marketing activities

Provision of accounting and payroll servicesfor portfolio of clients

Accountable for ad-hoc assignments e.g., preparation of management reports

Involve financial planning and administrative services in preparing budgets, income tax computation

And quarterly GST returns

Prepare payroll reports, administration of payroll funds and CPF contribution

Liaise with tax and auditing parties

Requirements

Diploma / Degree in Accounting / ACCA or equivalent qualification recognized by ISCA

Min3-4 years accounting experience with an outsourcing environment

Ability to work independently, communicate effectively and possess strong interpersonal skills

Proficiency in both written and spoken English

Well verse in a second language will be an added advantage