Assistant Director/Senior Manager, Finance

SINGHEALTH POLYCLINICS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Singapore is seeking an accomplished Assistant Director/Senior Manager to lead its Finance team. This pivotal role focuses on shaping the financial strategy by overseeing Accounts Payable and guiding financial planning efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Accountancy, at least 8 years of relevant experience, including 4 years in a supervisory role, and familiarity with the healthcare industry or Big 4 firms. Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent from a reputable university.
• Minimum 8 years relevant experience, including 4 years supervisory.
• Prior experience in Big 4 audit firm or healthcare industry is an advantage.
• Strong team player, effective communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Payable operations, including vendor invoice processing.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Provide financial analysis and support for strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with key departments to analyze financial performance.

Skills

Healthcare Industry

Forecasting

System Implementation

Microsoft Office

Corporate Governance

Financial Planning

Variance Analysis

Payroll

Internal Controls

SAP

Team Leadership

Management Accounting

Budgeting

Accounting Standards

Big 4

Audit

Education

Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional certification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently seeking a results-driven and experienced Assistant Director/ Senior Manager to lead our Finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity for an individual with strong financial planning and analysis skills to contribute to the strategic growth of our organisation.

Job Description

You will play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of the company across a broad spectrum of Finance-related functions, including Accounts Payable, Costing, Management Accounting and Corporate Governance matters. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing insightful analysis and recommendations to support decision-making at all levels of the organisation. You will ensure good internal controls comply with corporate policies, accounting standards and relevant statutory requirements, and be involved in system implementation projects relating to process.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Management:

• Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including vendor invoice processing, payment cycles, and reconciliations
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives in the AP function
• Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments while maintaining strong working capital management
• Monitor and enhance internal controls for payment processes
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve complex payment queries
• Lead AP system enhancements and integration projects

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Provide variance analysis and insights to senior management.
• Prepare and present financial reports for executive leadership.

Strategic Decision Support:

• Collaborate and support key departments, including analysis of financial performance and new business/cost saving opportunities.
• Evaluate and present financial implications of business proposals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Motivate the team and ensure that the team provides optimal support to various stakeholders and cross‑functional teams improvement.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional certification from reputable Universities, recognised by ISCA
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including 4 years of supervisory experience.
• Prior experience in Big 4 audit firm and/or healthcare industry will be an advantage.
• Strong team player and able to work in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Possess effective communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).

Interested applicants may apply at https://careers.singhealth.com.sg/job-invite/3045/

Skills

• Healthcare Industry
• Forecasting
• System Implementation
• Microsoft Office
• Corporate Governance
• Financial Planning
• Variance Analysis
• Payroll
• Internal Controls
• SAP
• Team Leadership
• Management Accounting
• Budgeting
• Accounting Standards
• Big 4
• Audit

Location: Assistant Finance Manager • D03 Queenstown, Tiong Bahru, SG