Assistant Vice President, Finance

GROW with Singlife; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Singlife is seeking an Assistant Manager, Finance to assist the Head of Finance with financial reporting, accounting records, and controls. You will drive budgeting, improve processes, and support regulatory filings while delivering data-driven insights for growth.

The role emphasizes system enhancements, adherence to standards, and mentoring junior staff in a dynamic finance team within Singapore.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Degree or diploma in accounting or finance.
• Progress toward a CA/CPA qualification is advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Finance in financial reporting, accounting records, internal controls, and budgeting.
• Oversee cash management and statutory requirements such as tax filing and year-end audits.
• Lead transformation initiatives including system enhancements and data-driven analysis.
• Maintain accounting policies and robust internal controls across operations.
• Manage general ledger controls and ensure timely financial statements.
• Coordinate audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Provide guidance and coaching to junior team members.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Education

Degree in accounting or finance

CA/CPA progress

Job description

Singlife is a leading homegrown financial services company, offering consumers a better way to financial freedom. Through innovative, technology-enabled solutions and a wide range of products and services, Singlife provides consumers control over their financial wellbeing at every stage of their lives.

In addition to a comprehensive suite of insurance plans, employee benefits, partnerships with financial adviser channels and bancassurance, Singlife offers investment and advisory solutions through its GROW with Singlife platform. It also offers the Singlife Account, a mobile-first insurance savings plan.

Singlife is the exclusive insurance provider for the Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Home Affairs and Public Officers Group Insurance Scheme. Singlife is also an official signatory of the United Nations Principles for Sustainable Insurance and the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment, affirming its commitment to finding a better way to sustainability.

The merger of Aviva Singapore and Singlife was announced in September 2020 and created one of the largest homegrown financial services companies in Singapore in a deal valued at S$3.2 billion. It was the largest insurance deal in Singapore at the time.

Singlife was subsequently acquired by Sumitomo Life in March 2024, one of Japan’s leading life insurers, which valued Singlife at S$4.6 billion, making the transaction one of the largest insurance deals in Southeast Asia.

About the Role

The Assistant Manager, Finance plays a critical role in supporting the Head of Finance in overseeing the company’s financial management, reporting functions, and operational controls. The candidate will help maintain strong accounting systems, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and drive the financial discipline needed to support the company’s growth and operational effectiveness.

In addition to core finance responsibilities, the candidate will actively contribute to finance-related projects, including system upgrades, new general ledger implementations, process enhancements, and data analysis initiatives.

Key Appointments

• Support the Head of Finance in managing the organisation’s financial reporting, accounting records, internal controls, and budgeting frameworks designed to mitigate financial risk.
• Oversee cash management activities and support the company’s statutory requirements such as regular tax filing and financial year-end audit.
• Lead transformation initiatives, including system enhancements, process improvements, and data-driven analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls while supporting day-to-day finance operations.
• Manage general ledger controls, including balance sheet substantiation, and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial statements.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor performance against benchmarks, and analyze variances for management review.
• Prepare and present financial and operational metrics to support decision-making.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and debt repayment schedules.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure proper organisation of financial records.
• Strengthen controls across all accounting transactions and ensure integrity of financial systems.
• Coordinate audit preparation, liaise with external auditors, and ensure compliance with regulatory and tax filing requirements.
• Drive system enhancements, process improvements, and other finance-related transformation initiatives.
• Provide guidance and coaching to junior team members to support capability development.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• More than 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or business administration, preferably with exposure to financial reporting and operational finance.
• A degree or diploma in accounting or finance.
• Progress toward a CA/CPA qualification is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong attention to detail, independence, and organizational discipline.
• A growth mindset, with commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• A genuine interest in the financial advisory and investment industry.