Senior Accountant

NEXTBEAT SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage external client portfolios, handle full accounting responsibilities, and oversee payroll compliance. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience and strong organizational skills. Proficiency in accounting software such as XERO and MYOB, alongside fluency in English, is required. Competitive salary of up to $6500 monthly.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years of working experience in accounting.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and finance regulations.
• Experience in client communication in English and another language.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of external clients for accounting and compliance needs.
• Complete accounting duties including bookkeeping and tax filings.
• Oversee client payroll administration and compliance.

Skills

Bookkeeping procedures

Finance regulations knowledge

Fluency in English

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Diploma/degree in accounting

Tools

XERO

MYOB

Payday

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Senior Accountant
Monthly Salary: Up to $6500 (Negotiable)
Working Address: OUE Downtown Gallery
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Managing a portfolio of external clients on their accounting, payroll, tax and compliance needs.
• Handle full set of accounts – carry out the responsibilities of accounting duties such as data compilation, bookkeeping, quarterly GST submission, corporate tax computation including tax filing Form C/C‑S, prepare monthly management accounts, yearly financial reports.
• In charge of the client’s payroll administration matters – ensuring compliance with Singapore payroll regulatory changes, processes filing, and payment of statutory payroll and social security contributions (CPF) to relevant government authorities.
• Liaising with external auditors on behalf of clients for statutory annual audit.
• Supporting/advising clients on any ad‑hoc queries they may have on accounting, payroll, tax and compliance matters.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma/degree in accounting with minimum of 4-5 years of working experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and familiarity with finance regulations.
• Ability to complete tasks while maintaining all confidentiality requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), Outlook, and ability to become familiar with client-specific programs and software.
• Experience with XERO/MYOB as accounting software and Payday as payroll software, and ability to become familiar with client-specific programs and software.
• Fluent in English and another language to communicate with multi‑national clients smoothly.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with impeccable multi‑tasking abilities.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Immediately available is preferred.

Desired Experience

• Experience with managing a portfolio of clients and the ability to prioritize projects to meet reporting deadlines.
• Additional professional qualification (CPA/ACCA) would be a plus.

EA License Number: 22C1267
EA Personnel: R22107133