Senior Accountant (Accounting & Advisory), Outsourcing

The Senior Accountant will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services to international businesses across a diverse range of industries. You will manage a portfolio of clients, providing financial expertise, leading the accounting team, and ensuring all financial reporting, compliance, and regulatory requirements are met. In addition to technical accounting skills, this role requires the ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships, offering tailored advice and solutions to meet their unique business needs.

We are seeking a self-driven and highly motivated individual with a solid technical background and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Coach and supervise the work of the Assistant/s, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal procedures
• Support the technical and soft skills development of the Assistant/s through on-the-job training;
• Review and analyse monthly management accounts and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy;
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with SFRS and other international GAAP;
• Reviewing GST returns to ensure timely and accurate submission
• Act as a key point of contact in client relationships, ensuring a seamless and positive client experience;
• Liaise with clients’ auditors and tax agents to ensure smooth and efficient exchange of information;
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and quality of client deliverables
• Collaborate with other Forvis Mazars teams, both domestic and international, to meet client’s needs;
• Establish strong client relationships through proactive and positive interactions with the client’s team
• Assist with any other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor of Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum 4 – 5 years of relevant experience with at least 1 year of experience in a Senior level capacity in an Audit/Accounting firm.
• Solid knowledge of the Singapore accounting and tax environment
• Advanced knowledge of GST regulations and e-filing
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel; knowledge of XERO, SAP and/or NetSuite is an advantage
• Friendly and approachable team player with good communication, interpersonal and client servicing skills
• Must be highly organized, detail orientated and able to work effectively under pressure
• Desire and capability to develop into a management role over time