Head of Finance M/F

CACEIS; Asia; On-site; PEN 476,000 - 635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards program

Leadership development

World-class training program

Collaborative culture

Job summary

CACEIS is seeking a Local Head of Finance for the Singapore branch. You will lead the Accounting, Reporting & Change Team and own all regulatory, statutory, and tax reporting. The role requires influencing ExCO-level stakeholders and shaping the finance strategy for the local entity.

Ideal candidates have 6–10 years in financial management, strong ERP and reporting experience, and a proven record of leading finance teams. English is mandatory; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Formal degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/CIMA) an advantage.
• Experience leading finance teams and projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Accounting, Reporting & Change Team for Singapore entities.
• Own regulatory, statutory, head office and tax reporting.
• Act as Finance Business Partner for key stakeholders, including ExCO members.

Skills

Project management

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Excel

VBA

SAS

Job description

The Local Head of Finance of the branch in Singapore will have the following responsibilities:

• Responsible to lead the Accounting, Reporting & Change Team. The responsibility includes owning all Finance Regulatory, Statutory, Head Office and Tax reporting for Singapore entities, act as Subject Matter Expert and Finance Business Partner for key local stakeholders, including Executive Committee (ExCO) members and play a key role in the strategy and management of the Singapore Finance function.

What will you do?

As the Head of Finance,

• you will act as a validator/auditor and local regulator main point of contact
• you will establish and maintain a working relationship with the local Audit firm in charge of Regulatory delivery
• you must possess the required knowledge of internal processes and reporting
• act as Financial control, Tax and Capital monitoring lead. They will also be responsible of the Business plan of the local entity.
• Organize and manage the day to day operations for timely and accurate reporting of various accounting reports, which include but not limited to, Trial balance, ledger, Profit & Loss account, Balance sheet substantiation and attend monthly closing meetings with Head Office. Manage the team to ensure all reporting are in line with CACEIS and statutory requirements, e.g. GL, Balance Sheet substantiation , consolidation packages, local regulatory survey and declaration, and Finance and Tax submissions to home authorities.
• Manage the team to complete the year-end audit and ensure financial statements are accurately completed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Responsible for leading change in accounting system, where applicable, and continuous monitoring and implementation of process improvement to establish the balance between efficiency and key controls.
• Review the financial reports prepared and attend meetings set with various stakeholders for financial presentation.
• Enhance the business partnering capabilities of Singapore Finance in support of country and business strategies and transformation objectives.
  

Working hours : 9:00am-6:00pm

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Supplementary Information

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance based bonuses, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• A world-class training program in financial services.
• A collaborative dynamic culture where personal initiative and hard work are recognized and rewarded.

Geographical area

City

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

• Degree in Accounting and Finance will be requiired.
• Professional Accounting Qualification will be added advantage (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.)

Level of minimal experience

6-10 years

Experience

• Extensive experience in financial management, accounting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proven track record in leading finance teams or projects.
• Experience in financial analysis, reporting and compliance.
• Familiarity with financial software and ERP systems.
• Exposure to strategic financial planning and decision-making.

Required skills

• Strong project management and change skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communicate.

Technical skills required

• Knowledge of MS Office
• Advanced user of Excel
• Knowledge of VBA and SAS are advantages for the position

Languages

English is mandatory, French is an asset.

General information

Entity

CACEIS is the asset servicing banking group of Crédit Agricole dedicated to asset managers and institutional investors.

Entity

CACEIS is the asset servicing banking group of Crédit Agricole dedicated to asset managers and institutional investors.
Through offices across Europe, North and South America and Asia, CACEIS offers a broad range of services covering execution, clearing, forex, securities lending, custody, depositary, fund administration, fund distribution support, middle-office outsourcing and issuer services.
CACEIS is a consolidator in the European asset servicing market and posts sustained growth in its business activities. The group holds €5.3 trillion in assets under custody and €3.4 trillion in assets under administration (figures as of 31 December 2024)
By working every day in the interest of society, we are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion and place people at the heart of all our transformations. All our job offers are open to persons with disabilities..