Finance & Operations Executive

Role Overview

The role of Finance & Operations Executive is a hands-on and detail-oriented role supporting the company’s financial management and day-to-day operational activities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an SME environment, combining accounting responsibilities with commercial and operational support.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting cost analysis, and ensuring smooth business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain full set of accounts (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger)
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities
• Prepare financial reports and schedules as required
• Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements
• Support accounting and coordination for overseas entities (e.g. US entity)

• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments
• Manage accounts payable, including vendor payments and reconciliation
• Handle billing, invoicing, and issuance of debit/credit notes
• Respond to and resolve customer and supplier queries

• Track and analyse costs, sales, margins, and overall profitability
• Support product costing, including:
• Variable raw material pricing (e.g. metal pricing)
• Freight, duties, tariffs, and other landed costs
• Assist in computing accurate Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) costs
• Maintain and update costing models and reports

• Assist in managing supplier prepayments and cost tracking
• Compile and verify procurement, logistics, and product cost data
• Provide operational support to ensure smooth day-to-day business flow
• Support general office administration tasks as required

• Process payroll and ensure timely CPF contributions
• Handle employee-related statutory submissions (IRAS, CPF)
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with local regulations

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• ACCA / CPA (partially or fully qualified) is an advantage

• Minimum 3–6 years of relevant experience
• Experience in handling full set of accounts
• Prior experience in an SME environment preferred
• Exposure to trading, distribution, or import/export businesses is a plus
• Experience with multi-currency transactions is advantageous
• Epicor ERP experience an advantage

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (essential for costing and analysis)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
• Commercial awareness and ability to understand cost structures
• Good communication skills for handling internal and external stakeholders

• Hands-on, proactive, and willing to take ownership
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, SME environment
• Adaptable and able to support both finance and operational functions