GL Assistant Accountant

PERSOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Singapore seeks a GL Assistant Accountant for a 6-month contract. The role involves month-end and year-end closing activities, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance and have relevant experience in general ledger accounting, along with strong communication skills. This position offers hands-on experience with a reputable organization and the opportunity for regional exposure.

Qualifications

• Relevant hands-on experience in general ledger accounting or financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and IFRS.
• Comfortable working with tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Handle month-end, fast close, and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare and analyse monthly management and financial reports.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Financial reporting

Balance sheet reconciliations

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

GL Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract)

Salary: $4,800 – $5,200
Working Hours: Mon–Fri, 9:00am – 5:45pm
Location: Chai Chee

What You’ll Be Doing

• Handle month-end, fast close, hard close, and year-end closing activities for assigned business units

• Prepare, review, and analyse monthly management and financial reports

• Support internal and external reporting schedules as required

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations (GL, sub-ledgers, bank reconciliations, etc.) and follow up on outstanding items

• Identify potential financial or operational risks and propose mitigation solutions

• Ensure all working papers and documentation meet the company's standards and best practices

• Provide timely support to business divisions and coordinate with internal stakeholders when needed

• Ensure accounting treatments comply with the company's accounting policies and internal controls

• Liaise with internal/external auditors and other external parties

• Work closely with Group Reporting, Consolidation, and FP&A teams on reporting changes, new business initiatives, and accounting updates

• Stay updated on IFRS and local accounting/reporting standards

• Support ad hoc projects as assigned

Why This Role?

• Exposure to regional/group-level accounting

• Hands‑on involvement in reporting, audits, and FP&A collaboration

• Solid contract role with a reputable organization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline

• Relevant hands‑on experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, or month‑end closing

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, IFRS, and internal controls

• Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis

• Comfortable working with tight timelines and multiple closing cycles

• Detail‑oriented, organised, and able to work independently

• Good communication skills and able to work cross‑functionally

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting systems is a plus

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