Accounting Manager (Third party accounting firm)

Accounting Manager (Third party accounting firm)

Our client is a growing professional services firm providing outsourced accounting and finance support to a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries. As the firm continues to expand, they are looking to appoint a commercially minded and hands-on Accounting Manager to oversee client engagements and lead accounting delivery in Singapore.

This role goes beyond traditional accounting. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of clients, overseeing end-to-end accounting and financial reporting while acting as a trusted advisor to business owners, CFOs, and senior stakeholders. You will gain exposure to a range of industries and business models, working closely with clients to provide financial clarity, compliance support, and strategic insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of accounting services.

• Oversee the full spectrum of accounting activities including GL, AR, AP, fixed assets, month-end and year-end closing, and statutory reporting.

• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards and regulatory requirements.

• Partner with client stakeholders to provide financial insights, budgeting support, and cash flow guidance.

• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, corporate secretaries, and regulatory bodies on behalf of clients.

• Support new client onboarding, system implementations, and process improvements.

• Review work prepared by junior team members and provide mentorship where required.

• Drive continuous improvements in finance processes and reporting efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field CPA/CA or equivalent qualification preferred.

• 4- 8 years of accounting experience, ideally within a professional services or outsourced accounting environment.

• Strong knowledge of Singapore accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements.

• Experience managing multiple clients or entities simultaneously.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work directly with senior client stakeholders.

• Hands-on, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced client-focused environment.