Assistant Manager / Senior Specialist - Finance

Pharmagend Global Medical Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare financial services company in Singapore is seeking an experienced finance professional to oversee monthly management accounts, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and optimize finance operations. Candidates should have extensive experience in manufacturing finance, strong knowledge of SAP S4 Hana, and excellent communication skills. This role involves leadership and collaboration across functions, promoting accountability and continuous improvement in finance processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of finance experience, including at least 3 years in manufacturing.
• Proven expertise in month-end closing, GST filing, and tax compliance.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare full set of monthly management accounts and ensure timely closing.
• Oversee daily finance operations including AP, AR, and cash flow management.
• Manage GST and withholding tax filing, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Month-end closing

Financial reporting

GST filing

Audit compliance

SAP S4 Hana

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

CA/CPA/ACCA/Chartered Accountant

Tools

SAP S4 Hana (FICO modules)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the full set of monthly management accounts and ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare and review statutory financial statements in compliance with IFRS/SFRS.
• Provide accurate financial reporting inputs for management, auditors, and regulators.

Finance Operations

• Oversee daily finance operations, including AP, AR, GL postings, bank reconciliations, vendor payments, and cash flow management.
• Review and approve purchase orders (POs) and supplier/vendor payments in line with company policies and authority limits.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and support treasury operations, ensuring liquidity and financial stability.

Tax & Compliance

• In charge of GST and withholding tax filing, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Coordinate with auditors and tax agents for statutory audits, corporate tax filings, and compliance reviews.
• Maintain robust internal controls and financial SOPs to support GMP compliance in manufacturing.

Systems & Process Enhancement

• Support SAP finance system enhancement and optimization: ensure clean master data, review finance-related changes for compliance, and collaborate with consultants and cross-functional teams to improve workflows and reporting.
• Drive process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in finance operations.

Collaboration & Business Partnering

• Work closely with FP&A team and operations teams to provide accurate finance inputs for costing, reporting, and decision-making.
• Align finance operations with the company’s strategic.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor finance staff for AP, AR, inventory control and assets management.
• Ensure timely execution of team responsibilities and promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Ad-Hoc Projects

• Support ad-hoc tasks and projects assigned from time to time, including system rollouts, incentive applications, contract reviews, financing projects, or other strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting/Finance; CA/CPA/ACCA/Chartered Accountant preferred.
• Minimum 8-10 years of finance experience, including at least 3 years in manufacturing (pharma/life sciences strongly preferred).
• Hands‑on expertise in month‑end closing, preparation of management accounts, GST filing, and withholding tax compliance.
• Strong experience in audit/tax compliance, working capital, and supplier payment approval processes.
• Solid knowledge of SAP S4 Hana (particularly FICO modules), with proven involvement in system implementation, enhancements and optimization initiatives.
• High integrity, analytical mindset, and ability to thrive in a lean, fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally and present to senior stakeholders.

Core Competencies

• Hands‑on financial execution and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, compliance, and controls
• Process improvement and SAP system enhancement skills
• Ability to balance operational execution with leadership responsibilities
• Business partnering and cross‑functional collaboration
• Integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement mindset