Assistant / Manager, Finance

Singapore National Eye Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Manager to shape their financial strategy across various functions. In this pivotal role, you will oversee Accounts Payable operations, drive process improvements, and lead financial planning and analysis efforts. Your expertise will support strategic decision-making and enhance internal controls. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in finance, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the organization’s financial health and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in finance with supervisory roles.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Payable operations and vendor relationships.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Vendor Management

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Professional Certification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

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 to the 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 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 pace environment
• Possess effective communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)