Senior Accounts Executive – External Accounting Services

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Japanese management consulting firm in Singapore seeks a Senior Accounts Executive specialized in external accounting services. The role involves preparing accounts, ensuring compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, and contributing to financial due diligence. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, relevant experience, and an interest in enhancing their accounting expertise.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounting role, preferably client-facing.
• Strong understanding of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards.
• Interest in learning Japanese is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare full sets of accounts for multiple clients.
• Coordinate with clients, auditors, and tax agents.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Basic knowledge in tax computation

Job description

Job Title: Senior Accounts Executive – External Accounting Services

Location: Singapore

About the Opportunity

My client is a well-established Japanese management consulting firm with a strong international presence. They’ve had operations in Singapore since 2011, with a formal entity incorporated in 2016. The firm specializes in strategic advisory services such as M&A, business expansion, and organizational transformation. The Singapore office operates with a lean team, offering high-touch, localized consulting backed by global expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare full sets of accounts for multiple clients, including month-end and year-end closings.

• Generate accurate financial statements in compliance with local regulations and client-specific needs.

• Ensure timely submission of reports while maintaining high service standards.

• Coordinate with clients, auditors, and tax agents to support audits and tax filings.

• Assist with financial due diligence activities with a proactive and solutions-driven approach.

• Reconcile accounts and ensure accuracy across all financial records.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for client portfolios.

• Stay current with changes in accounting standards and regulatory updates.

• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reporting quality.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar accounting role, preferably in client-facing or external accounting.

• Strong understanding of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).

• Prior experience in audit is advantageous.

• Exposure to financial due diligence work or a keen interest in developing skills in this area is preferred.

• Able to work independently, stay organized, and collaborate effectively with colleagues.

• Basic knowledge and hands-on experience in tax computation is a plus.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Interest in learning Japanese language or communicating in a Japanese business environment is a bonus.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Interested applicants, please click APPLY NOW or send a copy of your updated CV to [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Bryan Ashwin
JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd
EA License Number: 90C3026
EA Personnel: R24122938

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