Finance Business Partner

PENGUIN INTERNATIONAL LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin International Limited is seeking a Finance Business Partner to lead FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting for the Group. You will transform financial data into insights, support strategic decisions, and drive performance across operations.

You will partner with line leaders, evaluate investments, and champion process improvements, reporting standards, and digital initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or Finance.
• CPA qualification is mandatory.
• Additional professional qualifications (CA Singapore / ACCA / CPA Australia / ICAEW) advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years of finance experience with FP&A, reporting and business partnering.

Responsibilities

• Lead FP&A, budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning for the Group.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards and KPI analyses.
• Partner with leaders to guide commercial decisions and investments.
• Support governance, controls and strategic finance initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Management reporting

Business partnering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Finance

CPA qualification

CA Singapore / ACCA / CPA Australia / ICAEW (adv.)

Tools

Workday ERP

SAP

Power BI

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Job Summary

The Finance Business Partner plays a critical role in supporting the Finance & Administration Director in driving the Group's financial planning, business performance management, and strategic decision-making processes.

The incumbent will lead management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and business partnering activities across the Group. This role serves as a key bridge between Finance and business operations, providing management with meaningful financial insights, performance analysis, and recommendations to support growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes for the Group.
• Develop financial models, business cases, scenario analysis, and sensitivity assessments to support strategic initiatives.
• Analyse business and financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators.
• Monitor revenue, profitability, cash flow, and cost drivers, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.

Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports for senior management.
• Develop and maintain management dashboards and KPIs to support business performance monitoring.
• Provide insightful variance analysis and recommendations to improve financial and operational performance.
• Translate financial data into meaningful business insights to support decision‑making.

Business Partnering

• Partner closely with operational and functional leaders to support business objectives and drive accountability.
• Provide financial guidance on commercial decisions, capital investments, project evaluations, and resource allocation.
• Support business units in achieving budget targets and improving profitability.
• Challenge assumptions and promote financially sound decision‑making across the organisation.

Strategic Finance Support

• Support the Finance & Administration Director in strategic planning and corporate initiatives.
• Conduct market, industry, and financial analysis to support business growth opportunities.
• Participate in mergers, acquisitions, investments, or strategic projects where required.
• Prepare presentation materials and financial analyses for management and Board discussions.

Systems, Automation & Process Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting processes, controls, and systems.
• Champion the effective use of Workday Financial Management and reporting tools.
• Identify opportunities for automation, data analytics, and dashboard enhancements.
• Support finance digitalisation and transformation initiatives across the Group.

Governance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audit processes as required.
• Maintain high standards of financial integrity, accuracy, and governance.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification is mandatory.
• Additional professional qualifications such as CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW, or equivalent will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of relevant finance experience, with significant exposure to:
  • Management Reporting
  • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Financial Modelling
  • Business Partnering
  • Performance Analytics
• Experience in a group finance, multinational, listed company, manufacturing, engineering, marine, construction, or project-based environment will be advantageous.
• Experience leading finance transformation or ERP implementation projects will be highly regarded.

Technical Skills

• Strong financial analysis, planning, and forecasting capabilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Experience with Workday ERP or SAP is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with Power BI or similar analytics and reporting platforms is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, financial controls, and corporate finance principles.

TAFEP-Compliant Equal Opportunity Statement

Penguin International Limited is committed to fair and merit-based employment practices. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and assess applicants based on their skills, qualifications, experience, and ability to perform the job.

Why Join Us?

Drive the Future of Shipbuilding

At Penguin International Limited, we don't just build ships; we set industry benchmarks.

As a global leader in high-speed aluminum commercial vessels, we are at the forefront of maritime innovation, including the design and deployment of cutting-edge hybrid-electric and pure electric propulsion systems.

A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation

With over 50 years of heritage and the global recognition of our "Flex" brand of crewboats and security boats, we offer a stable yet dynamic environment. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining the quality of vessels that are trusted by our clients around the world.

Cross-Border Leadership

This role offers a unique opportunity to manage quality standards across international borders. You will gain diverse operational experience by bridging our Singapore headquarters with our high-volume production hub at PT Kim Seah Shipyard in Batam.

Professional Growth and Impact

We value technical expertise and leadership. In this role, you are a key stakeholder in our "Quality First" culture, with the autonomy to drive process improvements and mentor thenext generation of maritime professionals.