Trade Finance Manager - Toa Payoh

A Trade Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the entire process of trade bills, including import/export documentation, payment collections and compliance with trade regulations. The jobs and responsibilities for a Trade Finance Manager are listed below:

1. Managing Trade Bill Documentation

• Oversee the end-to-end execution of trade related documents such as bills of exchange, letters of credit, invoices, packing lists and certificates of origin.
• Ensure all required documentation complies with international trade regulations and contractual terms.

1. Coordinating with clients and partners

• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, vendors and financial instituations handling of trade bills.

1. Ensuring compliance with trade regulations

• Ensure all trade transactions and related documentation comply with local and international trade laws, regulations and policies.

1. Internal reporting and recordkeeping

• Review and comments on contracts
• Maintain accurate records of all trade bills, transactions and related documentation for internal auditing and compliance purposes.

1. Liasing with legal and finance teams

• Work closely with legal teams to ensure that all trade contracts, terms and conditions are correctly reflected in the documentation.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate financial records related to trade bills and payments.

1. Continuous Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline the trade bill management process and reduce processing time and costs.
• Implement best practices and new technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce errors in the handling of trade bills.

1. Training and Development

• Provide training to internal teams on trade finance processes, documentation and compliance requirements.