Trust Accountant,
Private Client

Principal Accountabilities: 

Accountant – 70% 

• Handle and maintain accurate records of trust account balances and activity supported by relevant documentation 

• Monitor trust account transactions and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements 

• Prepare and file trust account tax returns 

• Provide regular financial statements and reports to clients 

• Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to trust account activity 

• Assist with client trust account setup and maintenance 

• Manage full set of trust and its underlying companies’ accounts and prepare financial statements 

• Provide accounting support to the trust manager on distributions, payments from and receipts into trusts and/or underlying companies 

• Adhere to Company core values and expected behaviours 

Administrative – 30% 

• Assist with Business Development initiatives.  

• Work with BD team and Client Services team to on-board new clients in compliance with internal procedures    

• Data management activities – including CRM and daily client data trust administration  

• Maintain accurate and updated trust records  

• Input of time into database for fee earner(s) when required  

• Occasionally organise Director’s activities  

• Any reasonable ad-hoc tasks as required by the head of department   

Skills Required:

• Diploma or bachelor’s in accounting, finance, or a related field 

• At least 1-3 years of experience in trust accounting or related industry  

• Working knowledge of trust accounting principles and regulations 

• Experience with trust accounting software and financial reporting tools 

• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and trust with clients 

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines 

• Meticulous and discreet in handling confidential information 

• Able to articulate well 

• Able to work well with both internal and external stakeholders 

• Attention to detail is essential 

• Familiar with current trend of IT applications 

• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Mandarin would be preferred as would need to communicate with Mandarin speaking clients.

To find out more or have a confidential discussion, please email singapore.careers@hawksford.com