Assistant Finance Manager

CL TAMPINES PTE. LTD.; Penarth, High Street; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CL TAMPINES PTE. LTD. is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to take ownership of the full set of accounts and oversee the Group's finance function.

You will work closely with senior management, external advisors, and auditors to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of financial records. The role offers progression toward a Finance Manager position. The ideal candidate has a CA or equivalent qualification, at least 5 years' accounting experience, and hands-on experience with Xero

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent recognised qualification from a professional body.

Responsibilities

• Own the full set of accounts, including GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, and month-end/year-end closing.
• Oversee the Group's finance function ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of reporting across entities.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and corporate secretarial partners; coordinate audits and respond to queries.
• Prepare timely management accounts, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Oversee cash flow, bank reconciliations, and treasury to maintain healthy working capital.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory obligations including GST and corporate tax.
• Review internal controls and accounting policies to improve efficiency and risk management.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for management insights.
• Mentor junior finance staff and guide professional development.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial projects and reporting as required.

Skills

Chartered Accountant (CA)Qualification

5+ years accounting experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Xero proficiency

Excel proficiency

Multi-entity experience

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Role Overview

The Assistant Finance Manager plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the financial integrity of the Group. The incumbent will take ownership of the full set of accounts and provide day-to-day oversight of the Group's finance function. Working closely with senior management, external advisors, and auditors, the successful candidate will ensure that the Group's financial records are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time. This is a hands-on yet forward-looking position designed with progression in mind: the incumbent will be groomed to take on greater responsibility and, over time, to step up into the Finance Manager role.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain, and take full ownership of the full set of accounts, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and month-end and year-end closing.
• Provide oversight of the Group's finance function, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting across all entities.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external advisors, auditors, tax agents, and corporate secretarial partners, coordinating audit requirements and resolving queries efficiently.
• Prepare timely and accurate management accounts, financial statements, and supporting schedules in accordance with prevailing accounting standards.
• Oversee cash flow management, bank reconciliations, and treasury matters to maintain healthy working capital across the Group.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory obligations, including GST filing, corporate tax computations, and statutory reporting deadlines.
• Review and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and risk management.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to provide meaningful financial insight to management.
• Mentor and guide junior finance staff, reviewing their work and supporting their professional development.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial projects, analyses, and reporting as required by management.

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA).
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within a multi-entity or group environment.
• Proven, hands-on ability to independently manage the full set of accounts from source documents through to financial statements.
• Strong working knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Experience liaising with external auditors, tax agents, and advisors.
• Hands-on proficiency in Xero accounting software and a strong command of Microsoft Excel.
• Meticulous, well-organised, and able to meet tight reporting deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and with external parties.

What We Offer

• A clear progression pathway, with the opportunity to grow into the Finance Manager role over time.
• A key finance role with genuine ownership and visibility across the Group.
• Exposure to the full spectrum of finance, audit, tax, and advisory matters.
• A collaborative environment that values initiative, integrity, and professional growth.