Assistant Finance Manager

This is a hands-on position suited for a meticulous and proactive finance professional with leadership potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the financial management and reporting activities across the Group, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Take lead responsibility for group consolidation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and monthly group reporting packages.
• Coordinate and support the annual audit process, liaising with internal and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate audit completion.
• Manage the full budgeting cycle, including preparation, monitoring, variance analysis, and performance reviews against approved budgets.
• Provide financial analysis, modeling, and insights to support strategic business decisions and expansion plans.
• Produce and review key financial reports including SGX reports, accounts receivable summaries, and financial forecasts.
• Implement and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to strengthen financial governance.
• Oversee cash flow planning and management, ensuring the Group’s financial health and liquidity.
• Supervise daily finance operations and review the work performed by finance team members across the Group.
• Mentor and guide finance staff to build team capability and support succession planning.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors, tax agents, legal advisors, company secretary, and regulatory authorities.
• Assist the CFO in treasury, fundraising, and investment-related activities, including financial due diligence and modeling.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by the CFO or Board of Directors.
• Occasional travel may be required to support regional operations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. A professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is preferred.
• Minimum 6–8 years of relevant experience, with strong exposure to group consolidation, audit, and finance operations.
• Prior experience in a Big 4 accounting firm and / or a regional finance role is an advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of financial accounting, reporting standards (e.g., IFRS), budgeting, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritize effectively.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or other ERP software).
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and commitment to continuous improvement.