Assistant Manager (Accounting) - Client Solutions

ACCA Careers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocorian is seeking an Asset Manager Services professional in Singapore to manage a portfolio of clients, delivering accounting, payroll, GST, tax, and compliance services. You will build strong client relationships, mentor juniors, and drive process improvements to ensure service excellence.

You will support governance, administration, and regulatory obligations across client structures, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy from a reputable university or equivalent.
• Currently pursuing ACCA or ISCA; Chartered Accountant status would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, lasting relationships with a portfolio of clients while delivering high-quality accounting and payroll services.
• Prepare and review management accounts and financial statements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Act as a trusted advisor, supporting clients on accounting, payroll, and compliance matters.
• Lead the onboarding of new clients, ensuring a seamless and positive transition experience.
• Mentor and develop junior team members through coaching, guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance service delivery.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve team objectives and exceed client expectations.
• Maintain high standards of quality, compliance, and professionalism across all client engagements.
• Contribute to a collaborative, client-focused culture that drives continuous improvement and business success.

Skills

Financial accounting

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy

Pursuing ACCA or ISCA

Tools

Xero

Navision

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Asset Manager Services | Issuer Services | Private Wealth & Corporate

Ocorian helps asset managers, private wealth, corporates, and issuer clients handle operational and regulatory complexity at scale, giving them the freedom to focus on what they do best.

Company Description

Ocorian helps asset managers, private wealth, corporates, and issuer clients handle operational and regulatory complexity at scale, giving them the freedom to focus on what they do best.

Whether they’re raising capital, expanding into new markets, acquiring a business, preparing for an exit or protecting wealth, we’re behind every move our clients make, creating capacity and removing burden so they can focus on growth, opportunity and performance.

With over 50 years’ of expertise, 20 locations and 2,000 expert colleagues, clients know they can rely on us when their challenges are complex, time‑critical and consequential.

To find out more about Ocorian and our services, including regulatory information, visit ocorian.com

About Private Wealth & Corporate

Our Private Wealth & Corporate team helps individuals, families and businesses manage the complexity of cross‑border wealth and corporate structures. We take care of the governance, administration and regulatory obligations that can otherwise consume clients’ time and distract them from protecting their wealth, growing their business and planning for the future.

For clients, this means coordinated support across their structures, clearer oversight and greater control. By providing trusted governance and administration at every stage, we reduce operational burden and risk, giving clients more time and confidence to focus on what matters most to them.

Job Description

Purpose of the Role

Working closely with the Senior Manager/Manager, you will manage a portfolio of clients, delivering high‑quality accounting, payroll, tax, and compliance services. You'll build strong client relationships, mentor junior team members, drive process improvements, and help ensure exceptional service delivery across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong, lasting relationships with a portfolio of clients while delivering high‑quality accounting, payroll, GST, tax, and XBRL compliance services.
• Prepare and review management accounts and financial statements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Act as a trusted advisor, supporting clients on accounting, payroll, and compliance matters.
• Lead the onboarding of new clients, ensuring a seamless and positive transition experience.
• Mentor and develop junior team members through coaching, guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance service delivery.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve team objectives and exceed client expectations.
• Maintain high standards of quality, compliance, and professionalism across all client engagements.
• Contribute to a collaborative, client‑focused culture that drives continuous improvement and business success.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy from a reputable university or an equivalent qualification.
• Currently pursuing a professional qualification such as ACCA or ISCA; Chartered Accountant status would be an advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), as well as ACRA, MOM, CPF, and relevant tax regulations.
• 3-4 years of experience in client accounting or a similar role, ideally within the business services, corporate services, or advisory industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and familiarity with accounting systems such as Xero, Navision, or QuickBooks.
• Experience preparing financial statements for trust structures and related entities would be an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Chinese would be beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A positive, proactive approach with the confidence to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to support, guide, and motivate junior team members while sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• A solutions‑focused mindset, with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

All staff are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful. These are:

• We are CLIENT CENTRIC – Clients are at the centre of our world, and we’re committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges.
• We are AMBITIOUS – We aim high. We think and act globally, seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues - wherever in the world they may be.
• We are AGILE – We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple, efficient and effective.
• We are COLLABORATIVE – With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes.
• We are ETHICAL – We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent, building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships. Equal Opportunities for Everyone

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.

Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you. You can reach us at [e-mail].