Deputy Head of Finance (Banking)

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Singapore is seeking a qualified Accountant with over 10 years of experience in finance within a bank or similar institution. You will support the Head of Finance in running financial functions, ensure compliance with accounting regulations, and participate in tax filings. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for this role. Interested candidates can submit applications via email.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in Finance department within a bank or financial institution.
• People management experience will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of Finance in financial functions and reporting.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of accounting data.
• Participate in annual corporate tax filing and reporting.
• Review new products and advise on accounting structures.
• Ensure compliance with local and head office accounting rules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving ability

IT savvy

Education

Degree in Accountancy or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work closely with and support Head of Finance in the overall running of all financial functions to ensure that the businesses are adequately supported, and internal and external reporting requirements are met. This involves overseeing monthly financial closing, P&L reporting and ensuring daily compliance with MAS regulatory requirements.
• Safeguard integrity and accuracy of accounting data and records and report exceptions, if any, to Head of Finance.
• Provide support in financial planning activities including annual budget and review of monthly management P&L reports.
• Participate in annual corporate tax filing and FATCA/ CRS reporting matters.
• Assist in reviewing new products and advise on tax, accounting structures and systems, if required.
• Ensure proper discharge of accounting and finance related services and duties under any Service Level Agreement entered by Singapore with other businesses in Asia.
• Strong understanding of corporate banking businesses including complying with local and head office accounting rules, tax laws and policies.

Requirements

• A qualified Accountant with a degree in Accountancy or its equivalent.
• At least 10 years of experience in working in Finance department in a bank or similar function in a financial institution.
• Possesses strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills, and problem- solving ability.
• Must be hands-on, IT savvy and able to handle multiple systems.
• Possesses a strong sense of process, data governance and controls.
• People management experience will be an added advantage (direct or indirect).

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications in (MS Word) format to Shaun Quek Yew Meng R1660732

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Recruit Express Pte Ltd

EA Licence No: 99C4599

Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.