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Job summary
A financial services firm in Singapore seeks a candidate to lead a team of Assistants and Seniors, manage client portfolios, and ensure compliance with Singapore accounting requirements. Ideal candidates will have a degree in accountancy, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This role demands meticulous attention to detail and proficiency with accounting software.
Qualifications
At least 5 years of relevant experience from a professional services firm.
Proficient with accounting software and meticulous with details.
Good knowledge of Singapore requirements on accounting, GST and payroll.
Responsibilities
Lead team of Outsource Assistants and Seniors.
Provide guidance and manage team workload.
Prepare management accounts and statutory reports.
Handle client portfolio and ensure service delivery.
Skills
Team Leadership
Book-keeping
GST Preparation
Payroll Processing
Client Relationship Management
Education
Degree in Accountancy or equivalent
Tools
Accounting Software
Job description
Responsibilities
Lead team of Outsource Assistants and Seniors
Provide guidance to team members
Book-keeping and preparation of management accounts
Preparation of Statutory report (Financial Statements and Notes to the accounts)
Preparation of custom reporting packages based on client requirements
Where clients are audited, provide support with respect to services provided to the client
Cash management and payment processing
GST preparation and filing
Payroll processing
Preparation of payroll details (including calculation of OT, allowances etc.)
Payroll disbursement
Leave management
Preparation of IR8A and IR21
Handle portfolio of clients, including assignment of jobs to team members
Responsible for billings and debtor management for portfolio
Review work by Assistants and Seniors
Managing team workload to meet client deadlines
Where possible or required, this would include negotiation with the client on deadlines and corresponding fee adjustments
Propose resolution steps for issues that may arise with clients
Report to director on the following
Issues that arise with clients
Anticipated issues that may arise (eg Deadline not able to be met)
Time spent by team on jobs
Requirements
A degree in accountancy and/or equivalent professional qualification
At least 5 years of relevant experience from a professional services firm in a Business Process Outsourcing (Client Accounting) environment
Proficient with accounting software
Meticulous with good accuracy and attention to detail
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Good knowledge and understanding of Singapore requirements on accounting, GST and payroll