Senior Accounts Executive (Accounting Firm)

Roles & Responsibilities

Salary: Up to $4,500

Industry: Corporate Services

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.

Tell employers what skills you have

Monthly Closing
Financial Statements Analysis
Account Management procedures
Accounting Procedures
ACCA
Ledger
Finance and Accounting
CPA
portfolio of key client accounts
research of clients' industries
Accounting
Client Management
Tax Compliance
Accounting Software
Excel Training
Education
Account Summaries
Financial Reporting