Senior Account Associate – Client Portfolio Management

• Salary Package: $3,800 – $4,500

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

• Working Location: City House

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of accounting records, management reports, financial statements, and compliance-related submissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across 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.
• Review general ledger transactions and investigate discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients on accounting matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide professional accounting advice.
• Liaise with clients to obtain required financial information and supporting documents.
• Assist clients with statutory compliance requirements.
• Support preparation of tax schedules and information required for tax submissions.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior account associates.
• Review work completed by junior team members to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Provide guidance on accounting practices and technical matters.
• Assist management with resource planning and workflow coordination.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.
• Support implementation and enhancement of accounting systems and internal controls.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related disciplines.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent are advantageous.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience in an accounting firm, outsourcing firm, or professional services environment.
• Strong experience preparing full sets of accounts and financial reports.
• Proficient in accounting software such as Xero.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.