Accounting Intern
Job Summary
The Accounting Intern will support the team in recording financial transactions, preparing journal entries, and assisting with month-end closing procedures. You will help maintain documentation for audit and compliance purposes while organizing client records. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tax preparation and financial reporting under professional supervision.
Responsibilities
- Process financial transactions and journal entries
- Assist in month-end/year-end closing
- Prepare tax schedules and financial reports
- Maintain audit and client documentation
Required Skills
- Pursuing degree in Accounting/Finance
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)
- Strong attention to detail
- Willingness to learn
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Assist in recording and processing financial transactions for client accounts.
- Assist in preparing journal entries and performing basic account reconciliations.
- Support the team in month-end and year-end closing procedures for clients.
- Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports under supervision.
- Assist in preparing tax schedules, tax computations, and supporting documents for tax filings.
- Maintain proper documentation for audit, compliance, and client reporting purposes.
- Assist in organising and updating client files, records, and accounting documents.
- Support the team in checking invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and other accounting records.
- Assist in basic variance checking and highlight any discrepancies to supervisors.
- Support the implementation of internal procedures and compliance requirements.
- Communicate professionally with clients and internal team members when required.
- Assist in responding to client queries and provide updates to supervisors.
- Attend client meetings when required and assist with notes or follow-up tasks.
- Perform any other ad hoc tasks as assigned by supervisors or management.
Requirements:
- Candidate must be currently pursuing or have recently completed a Professional Certificate, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Able to communicate in Mandarin, both written and spoken, will be an added advantage.
- Possess a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and good interpersonal skills.
- Able to work well in a team environment and follow instructions carefully.
- Adaptable, responsible, and open to learning new tasks and processes.
- Possess basic problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Basic knowledge of accounting software such as QNE, Xero, AutoCount, or similar systems will be an added advantage.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
- No prior working experience is required; training and guidance will be provided.