Senior Account Associate (Firm) | Up to S$4,500 + bonus

RECRUIT NOW SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUIT NOW SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. seeks a Senior Account Associate to manage a client portfolio and ensure timely preparation of accounting records, management reports, financial statements and compliance submissions.

The role requires 3–5 years of accounting experience, proficiency in Xero, and advanced Excel skills. You will liaise with clients, auditors, and regulatory authorities while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• ACCA/CPA/ICAEW or equivalent is advantageous.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience in professional services or outsourcing.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across various industries.
• Prepare and review full sets of accounts per applicable standards.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare management accounts and financial statements with supporting schedules.
• Review general ledger transactions and investigate discrepancies.

Skills

Accounting

Full-set of accounts

Financial reporting

Auditing coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualifications (ACCA/CPA/ICAEW)

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Account Associate – Client Portfolio Management

• Salary Package: $3,800 – $4,500

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

• Working Location: City House

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of accounting records, management reports, financial statements, and compliance-related submissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across various industries.
• Prepare and review full sets of accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare management accounts, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Review general ledger transactions and investigate discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients on accounting matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide professional accounting advice.
• Liaise with clients to obtain required financial information and supporting documents.
• Assist clients with statutory compliance requirements.
• Support preparation of tax schedules and information required for tax submissions.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior account associates.
• Review work completed by junior team members to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Provide guidance on accounting practices and technical matters.
• Assist management with resource planning and workflow coordination.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.
• Support implementation and enhancement of accounting systems and internal controls.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related disciplines.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent are advantageous.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience in an accounting firm, outsourcing firm, or professional services environment.
• Strong experience preparing full sets of accounts and financial reports.
• Proficient in accounting software such as Xero.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.