Assistant Accounting Manager

GMP Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance and accounting firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Assistant Accounting Manager to assist with financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing month-end closes, coordinating audits, and providing mentorship to accounting staff. This role offers opportunities for overseas assignments and the chance to improve existing accounting practices.

Qualifications

• 8 years of related working experience in accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with transfer pricing compliance and Country-by-Country Reporting is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and reviewing financial statements and reports.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Support budget development and financial forecasts.
• Oversee and mentor accounting staff.
• Evaluate and suggest process improvements.
• Assist with tax planning and filing tax returns.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis and provide insights.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax planning

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

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

Job description

About the job Assistant Accounting Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Assisting in the timely and accurate preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reports (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow), and general ledger activities.
• Month-End/Year-End Close: Managing and coordinating the month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure deadlines are met.
• Auditing and Compliance: Coordinating with external auditors, preparing audit schedules, and ensuring compliance with all statutory laws, financial regulations, and accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Supporting the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts, monitoring expenditure against budgets, and analyzing variances.
• Supervision and Guidance: Overseeing, training, and mentoring accounting staff, reviewing their work (such as accounts payable/receivable and reconciliations) to ensure high‑quality output.
• Process Improvement: Evaluating existing accounting practices and suggesting or implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Taxation: Assisting with tax planning and preparing and filing tax returns in collaboration with internal teams or external consultants.
• Financial Analysis: Performing in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and provide actionable insights to senior management for decision‑making.
• Transfer Pricing: Ensures that internal, cross‑border transactions between related company entities are priced correctly to comply with tax laws and regulatory guidelines.

Job Requirements

• Dachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 8 years of related working experience.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Candidates with transfer pricing (TP) compliance and Country‑by‑Country Reporting (CbCR) will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
• Willingness to take on overseas assignments.