Asst Finance Manager/Finance Analyst

Sika Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty chemicals company in Singapore is seeking a Financial Analyst to oversee analysis of financial performance and support decision-making through data-driven insights. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, along with 2-3 years of experience. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, and preferably experience with BI tools. The role emphasizes collaboration with operational teams to drive process improvements and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Financial Analysis or Accounting.
• Ability to interpret large datasets.
• Proficient in financial modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial performance and identify variances.
• Support decision-making with data-driven analysis.
• Maintain and improve financial models.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Team collaboration

Task management

Proficient in English

Advanced Excel capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Company Description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries, manufactures in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers around the world that facilitate the sustainable transformation of the construction and transportation industries. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023.

Sika is an independent Swiss group founded in Zurich in 1910. Its shares are listed on the SWX Swiss Exchange since 1968. In May 2017, Sika enters the Swiss Market Index (SMI), the leading index of the Swiss stock exchange, containing the top 20 Blue Chip companies of Switzerland.

Sika’s product range features high-quality concrete admixtures, specialty mortars, sealants and adhesives, damping and reinforcing materials, structural strengthening systems, industrial flooring as well as roofing and waterproofing systems.

SIKA (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD established in 1978 is a wholly owned company of Sika AG in Switzerland and a member of the Sika Group of Companies.

The principal activities of the company are manufacturing, trading, and supply of specialty construction chemicals in the building and construction industry.

Over the years we have successfully established our technical assistance, services, and product solutions for various projects in different sectors.

Job Description

• Analyse financial performance, identifying variances and providing clear insight and recommendations.
• Partner with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making with data-driven analysis.
• Maintain and improve financial models to support strategic planning and scenario analysis.
• Assist with month-end close activities, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Monitor KPIs and develop dashboards to track business performance trends.
• Provide cost analysis, margin analysis, and profitability reporting across products, customers, or divisions.
• Support audit processes by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Drive process improvements and automation to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance or Accounting
• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years in Financial Analysisor Accounting
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets
• Collaboration: Builds and maintains internal networks, fostering teamwork and leveraging global resources
• Organization: Strong ability to manage tasks and priorities
• Language Skills: Proficient in English
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel capability; experience with BI tools (Power BI/Tableau) preferred