Senior Executive & Assistant Manager

Adecco Personnel Pte Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic SME accounting firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Executive / Assistant Manager with full-set accounting experience and GST expertise. You will manage accounts, lead a small team, and provide financial insights. This role is ideal for professionals from accounting/audit firms aiming for managerial positions. The candidate should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and strong attention to detail. Proficiency in Xero is advantageous, indicating a collaborative work culture with founders.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of full-set accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience in GST and corporate tax.
• Experience managing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-set accounts including GL, AR, AP, bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit corporate tax returns and GST filings.
• Lead and mentor a team of accounting staff.

Skills

Full-set accounting

GST expertise

Corporate tax expertise

Leadership experience

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Xero

Job description

About the Company

Join a dynamic SME accounting firm with a flat hierarchy. Work directly with the founders in a hands‑on environment and contribute to end‑to‑end accounting and tax processes, while gaining exposure to strategic business insights.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Executive / Assistant Manager with solid full‑set accounting experience, GST and corporate tax expertise, and leadership experience. Candidates from accounting/audit firms looking to step up to a managerial role are welcome.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full‑set accounts including GL, AR, AP, bank reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Prepare and submit corporate tax returns and GST filings.
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with auditors.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a small team of 3-5 accounting staff.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Implement process improvements and ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory regulations.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of full‑set accounting experience; candidates from accounting/audit firms looking to progress to a manager role are encouraged to apply.
• Hands‑on experience in GST and corporate tax.
• Leadership experience managing a small team (3-5 people).
• Proficient in Xero is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and report directly to founders.