Senior Accounts Executive (Accounting Firm)

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.