Finance Analyst/Finance Manager (Data Center)

DADACONSULTANTS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy firm is looking for a Finance Manager/Senior Finance Analyst to lead finance operations in Singapore and Malaysia. The ideal candidate will design finance structures, handle compliance with customs and tax regulations, and support day-to-day finance activities. Applicants should have substantial experience in International Trade, a relevant degree, and the ability to work independently in a lean setup. This role requires expertise in customs duties and indirect tax management.

Qualifications

• Strong background in International Trade / Trade Finance / Indirect Tax.
• Hands-on experience with customs duties, tariffs, import/export taxes, and GST/VAT.
• Working experience covering Singapore and Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement finance and trade structures for Singapore and Malaysia operations.
• Handle day-to-day finance operations on a hands-on basis.
• Manage customs duties, tariffs, and import/export taxes.

Skills

International Trade background

Cross-border tax knowledge

Compliance management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Job description

Job Description

Position:Finance Manager / Senior Finance Analyst
Industry:Data Center / Infrastructure / International Trade

Role Overview

We are seeking ahighly hands-on finance professionalwith a strongInternational Trade and cross-border tax backgroundto support data center–related operations acrossSingapore and Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently design and implementfinance and trade structuresfor Singapore and Malaysia operations.

• Handleday-to-day finance operationson a hands-on basis (no existing team initially).

• Establishimport / export workflowssupporting data center equipment and services.

International Trade & Tax

• Managecustoms duties, tariffs, import/export taxes, GST/VAT, andwithholding taxmatters.

• Overseeduty optimisation, tax incentives, and refund schemes(e.g. GST/VAT refunds).

• Ensure compliance withSingapore and Malaysia customs and tax regulations.

• Liaise directly with customs authorities, logistics providers, and freight forwarders.

Finance & Compliance

• ManageAP/AR, cash flow, budgeting, and cost tracking.

• Supportaudit, statutory filings, and regulatory reporting.

• Work closely with legal, operations, and external advisors as required.

Requirements

• Strong background in International Trade / Trade Finance / Indirect Tax.

• Hands-on experience with:

  • Customs duties, tariffs, import/export tax

  • GST / VAT / sales tax

  • Tax refund mechanisms

• Practical experience coveringSingapore and Malaysia(both jurisdictions required).

• Experience supportinginfrastructure, data center, or capital equipment–heavy businessesis highly preferred.

• Comfortable working in alean setupand building processes from scratch.

• Able to operate independently with minimal supervision.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields.

• Professional accounting or tax qualification is a plus.