Assistant Finance Manager

PRESTO UNIVERSAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PRESTO UNIVERSAL PTE. LTD. is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to support the Head of Finance and manage financial operations in Singapore, with regional scope across Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan and broader APAC.

You will help with planning, analysis and execution of initiatives that align with strategic goals. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Finance/Accounting or related discipline is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar finance role.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management across Singapore and APAC operations.
• Support Head of Finance with regulatory compliance and reporting.
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure audit readiness.
• Coordinate tax compliance including GST/VAT and corporate taxes.
• Provide financial insights to drive business initiatives and decisions.
• Partner with stakeholders to align financial goals with business objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Relationship building

Reliability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related discipline

Job description

We are seeking a proactive Assistant Finance Manager to support the Head of Finance in managing all aspects of financial operations in Singapore, with a focus on supporting Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam, as well as broader regional finance operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and process optimization while providing strategic insights to drive business performance. The Assistant Finance Manager will act as a key support member to the Head of Finance, assisting in financial planning, analysis, and execution of initiatives that align with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full spectrum of financial management across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Taiwan operations.
• Support the Head of Finance in maintaining compliance with financial reporting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure proper compliance and facilitate audits.
• Support finance requirements across Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Taiwan where applicable, including financial reporting, statutory reporting, tax compliance and audit support.
• Work closely with the Head of Finance to provide financial insights and recommendations for business initiatives.
• Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to support business performance, decision-making and financial objectives across Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan and broader APAC operations.
• Build strong relationships across business units to align financial goals with organizational objectives.
• Oversee intercompany accounting, and group‑level adjustments across APAC regional entities
• Handle multi-currency transactions and reporting across SGD, MYR, USD, RMB, and THB.
• Support new market entry through financial/regulatory research and setup planning.
• Manage all tax-related matters, including GST/VAT, Withholding Tax, and Corporate Income Tax filings.
• Ensure all statutory filings are completed accurately and within deadlines.

Who We Are Looking For

You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly. You thrive in a collaborative environment, maintain high integrity, and demonstrate reliability and discretion in handling sensitive information.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Critical thinker with high attention to detail and reliability.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration.

• Skilled at building trust-based relationships across business groups.

• Dependable, exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Experience supporting finance operations across Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan and/or broader APAC markets would be an advantage.

Work Arrangements

• Fully onsite at our office in Jalan Bukit Merah