ASSISTANT FINANCE MANAGER

tiong lian food pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiong Lian Food Pte. Ltd. is hiring an Assistant Manager – Finance & Accounting in Singapore to lead financial reporting, compliance, taxation, and business analysis. The role requires audit experience and advanced financial system expertise to support the finance leadership.

You will manage month‑end / year‑end close, collaborate with external auditors, and drive internal controls while developing Excel‑based dashboards and automation to enhance decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.
• 5–7 years of relevant working experience, including prior audit firm exposure.
• Currently hold or previously held Assistant Manager position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for decision‑making.
• Manage financial closing activities to meet deadlines.
• Oversee compliance with GST and corporate tax in Singapore.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax agents for audits.
• Strengthen internal controls and improve finance processes.
• Develop Excel dashboards and automation for business analysis.
• Support finance system improvements with IT and finance teams.
• Assist Head of Finance in strategic planning and operations.

Skills

Audit experience

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

Company Overview

Tiong Lian Food, established in 1974, is a leading Singapore importer, processor, and distributor of quality pork and meat products. Serving supermarkets, manufacturers, wholesalers, and food outlets, it operates a modern facility with advanced storage and processing technologies.

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands‑on Assistant Manager – Finance & Accounting to manage financial reporting, compliance, taxation, and business analysis. The role requires audit experience, analytical skills, and advanced financial system expertise to support finance leadership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports to ensure accurate and timely financial information for decision‑making
• Manage financial closing activities to meet deadlines and maintain reporting accuracy
• Oversee compliance with Singapore tax regulations, including GST and corporate tax, to mitigate risks and ensure legal adherence
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax agents to facilitate audits and tax filings
• Strengthen internal controls by identifying gaps and implementing improvements to enhance finance process efficiency
• Develop Excel‑based dashboards and automation tools to support business analysis and strategic decisions
• Support finance system improvement initiatives by collaborating with IT and finance teams to optimize workflows
• Assist Head of Finance in strategic financial planning and operational matters to drive business growth

Job Requirements

• Strong attention to detail demonstrated through proactive identification and resolution of finance issues
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams to meet organizational goals & deadlines.
• Adaptability to fast‑paced and dynamic work environments, maintaining productivity and quality

Education, Experience & Training

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant working experience, including prior experience in an audit firm.
• Candidates must currently hold or previously held at least an Assistant Manager position.
• Good knowledge of SFRS, Taxation, and internal controls.
• Experience in Cost accounting
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, dashboards, and financial modelling.
• High level of computer literacy and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems would be an added advantage.