Senior Accounts Executive (Accounting Firm)

RECRUIT NOW SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUIT NOW SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage a diverse client portfolio and deliver accurate financial reporting.

You will handle month-end closing, prepare financial statements, and ensure regulatory compliance, while mentoring junior staff. Proficiency in Xero and advanced Excel is preferred; ACCA/CPA qualifications encouraged. This on-site role at Robinson Road offers a Monday–Friday schedule and up to SGD 4,500 monthly, commensurate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent are preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within an accounting firm, outsourcing firm, or professional services environment.
• Experience managing multiple client portfolios.
• Experience preparing full sets of accounts and financial reports.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiarity with tax and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Handle a portfolio of clients from 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.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting records and reconciliations.
• Review general ledger transactions and investigate discrepancies.
• Act as the primary contact for assigned clients on accounting matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide professional advice on accounting issues.
• Liaise with clients to obtain necessary information and supporting documentation.
• Ensure client deliverables are completed within established timelines.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior account associates.
• Review work completed by junior staff to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Provide guidance on technical accounting matters and best practices.
• Assist management in resource planning and workflow coordination.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of accounting systems and internal controls.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and best practices.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

ACCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent preferred

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary: Up to $4,500 (Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.)

Industry: Financial Advisory Sector

Location: Robinson Road

Hours/Days: Monday to Friday, 9AM to 6PM

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting & Financial Reporting
  • Handle a portfolio of clients from 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.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting records and reconciliations.
  • Review general ledger transactions and investigate discrepancies.
• Client Management
  • Act as the primary contact for assigned clients on accounting matters.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and provide professional advice on accounting issues.
  • Liaise with clients to obtain necessary information and supporting documentation.
  • Ensure client deliverables are completed within established timelines.
• Compliance & Regulatory Matters
  • Assist clients with statutory compliance requirements.
  • Support the preparation of tax schedules and information required for tax submissions.
  • Coordinate with auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, and regulatory authorities.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies.
• Team Leadership & Supervision
  • Supervise, train, and mentor junior account associates.
  • Review work completed by junior staff to ensure accuracy and quality.
  • Provide guidance on technical accounting matters and best practices.
  • Assist management in resource planning and workflow coordination.
• Process Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
  • Support the implementation and enhancement of accounting systems and internal controls.
  • Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and best practices.

Requirements

• Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent are preferred.
• Experience
  • Minimum 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within an accounting firm, outsourcing firm, or professional services environment.
  • Experience managing multiple client portfolios.
  • Experience preparing full sets of accounts and financial reports.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero)
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Familiarity with tax and regulatory compliance requirements.