Careers

Role Description:

Reporting into the Audit Manager, or equivalent, the Audit Associate I undertakes specific stages of audit work under supervision, and familiarizes themselves with the underlying principles behind the tasks assigned to him as part of the audit plan, making adjustment to the application of skills to improve the work tasks or solve audit issues.

When it comes to working in a team, the Audit Associate I is able to build relationships, work cooperatively and identify ethical issues with reference to the code of professional conduct and ethics. He/She is also able to select and apply from a range of known solutions to familiar problems and takes responsibility for his/her own learning and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Audit Senior in performing audit and assurance engagement activities, undertaking specific tasks in the planning, execution and delivery stages of the audit under supervision.
• Perform tasks on audit and assurance engagements in compliance with the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, Singapore Standards on Auditing, Singapore Companies Act and the Ethics Pronouncements in Singapore.
• Review financial statements in accordance with the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, Singapore Standards on Auditing, Singapore Companies Act and the Ethics Pronouncements in Singapore.
• Execute assigned engagement-related tasks under supervision, including tests of controls, analytical procedures, substantive tests and collection of evidence to corroborate information as part of the audit program.
• Validate the accuracy of information accompanying the audit report, perform data analysis and identify significant accounting and auditing issues present in the data.
• Act in accordance with the Singapore Standards in Auditing, Ethics Pronouncements in Singapore, the Singapore Companies Act and the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards when providing audit and assurance services.
• Identify ethical conflicts in the work environment.
• Ensure compliance with the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Be a team player, working cooperatively and communicating effectively in the work environment.
• Identify areas for personal development to improve work performance.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Accounting degree and or Professional Accounting qualification
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• MS Office Suite
• Open Source Research Tools

Role Description:

Reporting to the Tax Senior and/or Tax Director, the Tax Associate supports his/her reporting officer and/or tax team in delivering high-quality tax services.

The Tax Associate undertakes tax assignments such as preparing tax computation schedules and various statutory filings in a timely manner. He/she works closely with the tax team and collaborates with others such as the accounting or audit team to innovate and identify value-adding opportunities to the client. He/She also contributes to the tax engagement by assisting in resolving queries on tax issues from clients or the tax authority. He/she may also contribute by researching and drafting possible recommendations on regional and/or international tax matters.

Responsibilities:

• Support client account management through drafting letters, correspondence, and internal and external reports to both clients and IRAS, all the while maintaining strict client confidentiality.
• Prepare individual, ECI, Corporate and GST tax returns.
• Provide general administrative support for tax consulting and compliance, check and agree notices of assessments, inform clients of taxes and payment deadlines, and review tax provisions.
• Organize and manage tax reports and statements, keeping proper tax-related documentation.
• Assist in managing tax controversies, research and analyse data to draft a response; the clients tax positions and respond to the tax authority’s queries.
• Identify tax risk areas by gathering information on tax, accounting, business, legal and governance issues to identify tax risks; and monitor business operations and data periodically to ensure tax controls and other tax risk policies are adhered to.
• Support the provision of tax advice; research, gather and analyse data on business operations to draft tax advice.
• Act in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for Accountants and Accounting Entities, the Singapore Companies Act and the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards when providing services.
• Identify ethical conflicts in the work environment.
• Ensure compliance with the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Be a team player, working cooperatively and communicating effectively in the work environment.
• Identify areas for personal development to improve work performance.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy / Pursuing an accounting qualification
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• MS Office Suite

This role is open for candidates with valid work authorization in Singapore and does not require work pass sponsorship. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be shortlisted for an interview.

Package Details

• Study Support Program to Pursue Professional Accounting Qualification (e.g. CA Singapore, ACCA)
• Flexi- Hours
• Birthday Leave
• Marriage Leave

Role Description:

Reporting into the Accounting Manager, and supported by the Accounting Senior, the Accounting and Payroll Associate provides assistance and gives administrative support in maintaining the accuracy of the accounting records of the client.

The Accounting and Payroll Associate provides support by performing financial accounting and corporate reporting activities; and processing business transactions and reports using information technology tools.

Responsibilities:

• Perform the accounting function in preparing full sets of accounts which includes maintaining/keying in data into accounting systems/software.
• Record clients transactions and events relating to sales, purchases, receivables, payable and cash; as well as inventory accruals, prepayments, capital structure and finance costs; ensuring the accuracy of these financial records and statements.
• Assist with the preparation of month-end financial statement, cash flow statements, bank reconciliation statements and schedules to the accounts.
• Prepare payments to vendors; this includes reviewing invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment, matching the invoices to cheques, obtaining all signatures for cheques, preparing the payment vouchers, updating the Cash Flow Listing through cheques/telegraphic transfers/bank drafts, distributing the cheques accordingly.
• Process payroll transactions into the accounting systems/software.
• Prepare tax returns for submissions and classifying allowable expenses accurately.
• Prepare the Annual Survey for Clients.
• Prepare statutory contribution (e.g. Central Provident Fund) calculations.
• Act in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for Accountants and Accounting Entities, and International Financial Reporting Standards when providing accounting services.
• Identify ethical conflicts in the work environment.
• Ensure compliance with the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Be a team player, working cooperatively and communicating effectively in the work environment.
• Identify areas for personal development to improve work performance.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting
• 2 years accounting experience (Big 4 Accounting Firm- Desirable)
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• MS Office Suite and accounting software (e.g. Xero, SAGE)
• Keen eye for detail

Role Description:

Reporting to the Audit Senior Manager or Audit Partner, the Audit Assistant Manager is expected to team lead audit engagements which include planning, performing, and reviewing audit work performed by junior team members and concluding the engagement.

He/She works closely with team members to execute the audit plan and ensures the timely completion of the audit engagement. He/She works closely with clients and manages their expectations to further nurture on-going client relationships. He/She is able to identify unethical behaviour and react based on the applicable ethical principles.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and deliver audit and assurance engagements, including finance, resourcing, and quality control matters.
• Manage client expectations and timelines.
• Achieve business targets and manage engagement financials, including a budget, profitability, work-in-progress, timely billing, and collection.
• Liaise with the audit partner, clients, and stakeholders of the engagements.
• Review financial statements in accordance with the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, Singapore Standards on Auditing, Singapore Companies Act, and the Ethics Pronouncements in Singapore.
• Perform audit and assurance engagements in compliance with the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, Singapore Standards on Auditing, Singapore Companies Act, and the Ethics Pronouncements in Singapore.
• Execute assigned engagement-related tasks independently, including tests of controls, analytical procedures, substantive tests, and collection of evidence to corroborate information as part of the audit program.
• Make recommendations on the client’s internal controls and accounting systems.
• Validate the accuracy of information accompanying the audit report, perform data analysis, and identify significant accounting and auditing issues present in the data.
• Propose and discuss solutions to significant accounting, auditing, and tax issues identified in the data with the engagement partner.
• Identify and evaluate the client’s business and key risks and analyse the impact of the changing business environment on the client’s business.
• Act in accordance with the Singapore Standards in Auditing, Ethics Pronouncements in Singapore, the Singapore Companies Act, and the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards when providing audit and assurance services.
• Identify ethical conflicts in the work environment.
• Ensure compliance with the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Be a team player, working cooperatively and communicating effectively in the work environment.
• Facilitate effective communication within a cross-functional and culturally diverse team.
• Identify areas for personal development to improve work performance.
• Support the development of junior team members.
• Supervise and support junior team members, guiding the team on technical matters, and application of standards and methodologies.
• Performance manages junior team members assigned as appraisees, evaluating their progress and carrying out professional and technical development support.
• Stay up to date on emerging industry trends, technical matters, and developments.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy / CPA
• 4-6 years of audit experience preferably in Mid-Tier/Big 4 Accounting Firm
• Proficient with audit software and data analytics software
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• MS Office Suite
• Open Source Research Tools

Package Details

• Transport Allowance
• Rice Allowance
• Clothing Allowance
• Laundry Allowance
• Birthday Leave
• Marriage Leave
• HMO

Role Description:

Reporting to the Audit Manager, or equivalent, the Auditor undertakes specific stages of audit work under supervision, and familiarizes themselves with the underlying principles behind the tasks assigned to him as part of the audit plan, making adjustments to the application of skills to improve the work tasks or solve audit issues.

When it comes to working in a team, the Auditor is able to build relationships, work cooperatively and identify ethical issues with reference to the code of professional conduct and ethics. He/She is also able to select and apply from a range of known solutions to familiar problems and takes responsibility for his/her own learning and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Audit Manager or equivalent in performing audit and assurance engagement activities, undertaking specific tasks in the planning, execution, and delivery stages of the audit under supervision.
• Perform tasks on audit and assurance engagements in compliance with the International Financial Reporting Standards and International Standards on Auditing.
• Review financial statements in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards, and International Standards on Auditing.
• Execute assigned engagement-related tasks under supervision, including tests of controls, analytical procedures, substantive tests, and collection of evidence to corroborate information as part of the audit program.
• Validate the accuracy of information accompanying the audit report, perform data analysis, and identify significant accounting and auditing issues present in the data.
• Act in accordance with the International Standards in Auditing, Ethics Pronouncements, and the International Financial Reporting Standards when providing audit and assurance services.
• Identify ethical conflicts in the work environment.
• Ensure compliance with the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Be a team player, working cooperatively, and communicating effectively in the work environment.
• Identify areas for personal development to improve work performance.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Accountancy and or Certified Public Accountant
• 1-3 years of audit experience preferably in a Big 4 Accounting Firm
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• MS Office Suite
• Open Source Research Tools

Role Description:

Reporting into the Payroll Senior, the Payroll Associate provides assistance in payroll administration, payroll processing, and maintaining the accuracy of the payroll records of the clients.

Responsibilities:

• In-charge in the full cycle of payroll processing which includes payroll calculation, performing payroll reconciliation, preparing payroll accounting, and reports, etc.
• Process payroll transactions into the payroll management software.
• Process IR21, maternity, childcare claims, NS claims in a timely manner.
• Assist in the annual year-end tax reporting which includes generating and processing of IR8A forms and providing resolution to any related queries.
• Prepare statutory contribution (e.g., Central Provident Fund) calculations.
• Ensure proper filing and documentation of relevant documents related to payroll advice, reports and correspondences.
• Ensure timely generation and submission of monthly payroll related reports, headcount reports for monthly closing, management reporting, budgeting, MOM surveys, etc.
• Ensure compliance with the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Be a team player, working cooperatively and communicating effectively in the work environment.
• Identify areas for personal development to improve work performance.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting and or other business-related degree
• 2 years payroll experience
• Good analytical skills, numerate, and meticulous with a keen eye for details and process improvement
• Strong interpersonal skills with effective oral and written communication skills
• Team player and service-oriented
• Ability to manage high volume of transactions with quality in a timely manner
• Excellent skills in MS office applications with knowledge of a payroll management software (e.g., SAGE)

Role Description:

Reporting to the Senior Tax Manager, the Tax Associate supports his/her reporting officer and/or tax team in delivering high-quality tax services.

The Tax Associate undertakes tax assignments such as preparing tax computation schedules and various statutory filings in a timely manner. He/she works closely with the tax team and collaborates with others such as the accounting or audit team to innovate and identify value-adding opportunities to the client. He also contributes to tax engagement by assisting in resolving queries on tax issues from clients or the tax authority. He/she may also contribute by researching and drafting possible recommendations on regional and/or international tax matters.

Responsibilities:

• Support client account management through drafting letters, correspondence, and internal and external reports to both clients and IRAS, all the while maintaining strict client confidentiality.
• Prepare individual, ECI, Corporate, and GST tax returns.
• Provide general administrative support for tax consulting and compliance, check and agree on notices of assessments, inform clients of taxes and payment deadlines, and review tax provisions.
• Organize and manage tax reports and statements, keeping proper tax-related documentation.
• Assist in managing tax controversies, research and analyse data to draft a response; the client’s tax positions and respond to the tax authority’s queries.
• Identify tax risk areas by gathering information on tax, accounting, business, legal and governance issues to identify tax risks; and monitor business operations and data periodically to ensure tax controls and other tax risk policies are adhered to.
• Support the provision of tax advice; research, gather, and analyse data on business operations to draft tax advice.
• Act in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for Accountants and Accounting Entities, the Singapore Companies Act, and the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards when providing services.
• Identify ethical conflicts in the work environment.
• Ensure compliance with the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Be a team player, working cooperatively and communicating effectively in the work environment.
• Identify areas for personal development to improve work performance.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Accountancy / CPA
• Mid-Tier/Big 4 Accounting Firm experience
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• MS Office Suite

Package Details

• Transport Allowance
• Rice Allowance
• Clothing Allowance
• Laundry Allowance
• Birthday Leave
• Marriage Leave
• HMO
• Study Support Programme (CPA Licensure Exam)

Role Description:

The Compliance Associate (CA) will join the Helmi Talib Group’s Corporate Services team who work to support the delivery of Accounting and Finance projects to a client portfolio of a broad range of industries based across the US, EMEA and Asia.

Reporting to the Corporate Secretary (Senior Executive), the CA will provide assistance to manage a portfolio of international clients ensuring compliance with relevant company statutory legislations and regulations.

He/ She will also assist the Director for Business Services to ensure compliance with governing laws on taxation. He/She will also manage internal corporate secretarial functions and dealings with Philippine government agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all relevant statutory obligations are met, business interests of the company are protected, and good corporate governance is practiced.
• Assist in filing the company’s annual accounts, maintaining, and updating the following: Company statutory registers and records, Notice of share transfers, Amendments to Constitution, Notice of removal or resignation of auditors and Change of registered office address and any other international regulatory requirements.
• Assist the Corporate Secretary to arrange for Annual General Meetings in compliance with the Companies Act and the company’s constitution.
• Help implementing good corporate governance practices within the company.
• Provides assistance to Director of Business Services to manage local corporate secretarial functions and dealings with government agencies such as Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Department of Labour and Employment (DOLE), and other local regulatory bodies by ensuring the following:
• Coordinate with BIR and local government agencies for regulatory compliance such as permits and registrations.
• Assist with the preparation of BIR reports, including withholding tax forms, and ensure that they are submitted on time.
• Maintain a list of government registration renewals and fees to ensure that payments and the relevant paperwork are submitted accurately.
• File and make payments for employee benefits with government agencies—including but not limited to PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and SSS contributions.
• Assist in filling and preparing tax computation for Monthly, Quarterly and Annual tax returns.
• Execute general office administration, which includes managing purchase orders, stationery and pantry supply and journal and magazine subscriptions.
• Assist with other duties which may be legal, accounting/finance, human resource, general administration, or general management in nature.

Desired Skills and Qualification:

• Bachelor’s in Business Administration/ Business-related or Law degree
• 2-3 years of experience in corporate secretarial experience with knowledge in dealing with government agencies such as Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Department of Labour and Employment (DOLE), and other local regulatory bodies.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint are essential)
• Proficient in BGL system or Corporate Secretarial Software
• Must be organised, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality.
• Responsible, accountable, and discreet with sensitive/confidential information.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.