GL Executive / Senior Executive

The Tanglin Club; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tanglin Club in Singapore is seeking a meticulous GL Executive / Senior Executive to join the Finance team. The role covers general ledger operations, month-end close, financial reporting and balance sheet reconciliations, with exposure to investments, costing and treasury reporting.

Ideal candidates have accounting qualifications and strong Excel skills, with 2–6 years of relevant experience for the Senior Executive level.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepayments and adjusting entries.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Review investment reports for compliance with investment policy guidelines.
• Provide alternate coverage for AR, AP, and costing functions.

Skills

General ledger

Financial reporting

Month-end closing

Analytical

Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Accountancy or Finance

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive GL Executive / Senior Executive to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for general ledger operations, month-end closing activities, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and monitoring compliance with internal investment policy guidelines.

This role offers broad exposure across financial accounting, treasury investments, costing, accounts receivable (AR), and accounts payable (AP), making it suitable for finance professionals seeking an all-rounded accounting and reporting position.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & General Ledger

• Maintain accurate and complete general ledger records.

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepayments and adjusting entries.

• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.

• Conduct periodic review and analysis of general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Verify CMS Expenditure, Section Funds, and CMS Clearing Accounts for accuracy.

• Provide supervision in jackpot during cash count.

• Prepare and submit GST return and Gambling Duties return.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.

• Perform variance analysis on financial results and provide explanations for significant movements.

• Assist in the preparation of schedules for budgeting, forecasting and annual audits.

• Support statutory and regulatory reporting requirements where applicable.

Investment Monitoring & Reporting

• Review investment reports and transactions for compliance with internal investment policy guidelines.

• Identify, investigate and report any investment policy breaches or exceptions.

• Prepare investment-related journal entries and account reconciliations.

• Liaise with investment managers, custodians and relevant stakeholders on reporting matters.

Cross-Functional Finance Support

• Provide alternate coverage for accounts receivable, accounts payable, investment accounting, and costing and cost allocation functions.

• Assist in process improvement initiatives and implementation of finance best practices.

• Participate in finance-related projects and system enhancements.

Requirements

Executive

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or an equivalent professional qualification.

• Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience.

• Good understanding of financial reporting and general ledger processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.

• Meticulous, analytical and able to meet reporting deadlines.

Senior Executive

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or an equivalent professional qualification.

• Minimum 4 to 6 years of relevant accounting and financial reporting experience.

• Strong knowledge of month-end closing, general ledger management and financial analysis.

• Experience in investment accounting, treasury reporting or fund accounting would be advantageous.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across departments.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Team player with willingness to support various finance functions when required.

Why Join Us?

• Broad exposure across general ledger, reporting, investments, accounts receivable, accounts payable and costing functions.

• Opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership.

• Varied and challenging role with opportunities for professional growth and development.