Associate - Client Accounting

ACCA Careers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Singapore is seeking a capable accountant to deliver high-quality client accounting services, including GST and payroll, with a focus on timely reporting and compliance.

You will work under supervision to prepare financial statements, support onboarding of new clients, and collaborate with auditors to facilitate audits. A degree in accountancy is required, with ACCA/ISCA study an advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or equivalent qualification.
• Pursuing ACCA or ISCA is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver accounting, payroll, GST and tax compliance for a portfolio of clients.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in line with SFRS and other standards.
• Onboard new clients by transferring records and ensuring a smooth handover.
• Build relationships with clients, auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with audit processes by preparing documentation and liaising with auditors.

Skills

Client accounting

SFRS knowledge

Financial statements

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

Xero

Navision

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Company Description

Fund services | Corporate | Capital markets | Private client | Regulatory & Compliance

We help clients succeed by unlocking new value through expertise, trust and scale. We deliver solutions that solve complex challenges faced by asset managers, financial institutions, corporates, high net-worth individuals and family offices.

Company Description

Fund services | Corporate | Capital markets | Private client | Regulatory & Compliance

We help clients succeed by unlocking new value through expertise, trust and scale. We deliver solutions that solve complex challenges faced by asset managers, financial institutions, corporates, high net-worth individuals and family offices.

With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, faster. We collaborate to win together, sharing successes and shaping the future of our global business. Our culture of support and recognition provides the tools and opportunities for you to grow, while unlocking the most value for our clients and making your mark withOcorian.

Expertise:

We deliver specialist, tech-enabled solutions for our clients grounded on deep industry expertise.

Trust:

We’re a trusted partner to over 8,000 clients globally. We are proud to have long-lasting partnerships with our clients.

Scale:

With more than 1,500 colleagues, we operate across 20+ countries, our scale enables us to support our clients globally and locally, providing a seamless client experience across borders and service lines.

Job Description

Purpose of the Job

Working closely with the Senior Manager, Manager and Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting services to a diverse portfolio of clients. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of client deliverables, build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued success of the team. You'll be involved in a broad range of activities, including accounting, GST, corporate tax and payroll services, while helping to drive operational excellence and continuous process improvement.

Main Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Manage and deliver accounting, payroll, GST, corporate tax and XBRL compliance requirements, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently and within statutory deadlines.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts, as well as financial statements in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) and other applicable reporting frameworks.
• Support the onboarding of new clients by coordinating the transfer of accounting, tax, GST and payroll records and ensuring a seamless client experience.
• Build strong relationships with clients, auditors and internal stakeholders, acting as a reliable point of contact and responding to queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Assist with audit processes by preparing supporting documentation and liaising with auditors to facilitate the timely completion of audits.
• Work closely with the Senior Manager, Manager and Assistant Manager to support team objectives, monitor performance and contribute to the achievement of operational targets.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiency and contribute to the delivery of an exceptional client experience.
• Support the wider team with ad hoc assignments and projects as required, contributing to the continued growth and success of the business.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Currently pursuing a professional qualification such as ACCA or ISCA would be an advantage.

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• 1 to 2 years' experience in client accounting or a similar role, ideally within the business services, corporate services or advisory sector.
• Good understanding of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), ACRA, MOM, CPF and relevant tax regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experienced in using accounting software such as Xero, Navision or QuickBooks.
• Experience preparing financial statements for trust structures and related entities would be beneficial.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communicator with a client-focused mindset and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

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

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].

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.