Assistant Finance Manager

YY CIRCLE (SG) PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance company in Singapore is looking for a Finance Manager who will independently manage the full finance and accounting functions. This role involves preparing financial reports, handling accounts, and liaising with auditors and tax agents. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance, five years of relevant experience, and familiarity with SFRS/FRS. The ideal individual will be independent, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant Finance/Accounting experience required.
• Experience must include supervisory roles for Finance Manager positions.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS/FRS) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company’s full finance and accounting functions.
• Prepare management accounts and financial statements.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax agents.

Skills

Finance management

Accounting

Financial reporting

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Finance

Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA)

Job description

Job Description

• Report directly to the Group Finance Manager and independently manage the company’s full finance and accounting function.
• Handle the full set of accounts from source documents to financial statements, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and fixed assets.
• Perform monthly and year-end closing, including preparation of management accounts, schedules, intercompany reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial and management reports for group consolidation and management review.
• Prepare and submit statutory filings, including GST returns, Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI), and corporate income tax computations.
• Liaise independently with external auditors, tax agents, banks, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
• Prepare audit schedules and support both internal and external audit processes, including audited financial statements.
• Maintain proper accounting records and documentation in compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS/FRS).
• Monitor cash flow, manage payments, collections, and banking matters to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Support management with ad-hoc financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and other finance-related duties as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as Chartered Accountant (CA), ACCA, or CPA is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant Finance/Accounting experience; candidates applying for Finance Manager positions must possess at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in maintaining a full set of accounts independently.
• Good working knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS/FRS), GST, and corporate taxation.
• Experience liaising directly with auditors, tax agents, and external stakeholders.
• Highly independent, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Meticulous, responsible, and confident with strong problem-solving skills.