Finance Business Partner (Assistant Manager/Manager)

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance company based in Singapore is seeking a skilled finance professional to manage month-end close and provide financial analysis. This role requires 5-7 years of relevant experience and a degree in Finance or Accounting. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills and the ability to influence business decisions through data-driven insights. The position involves working closely with stakeholders to enhance financial governance and support budget management.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in finance or management accounting.
• Capability to deliver high-quality financial analysis.
• Proficient in financial modelling and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close and financial governance.
• Monitor operating costs and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Manage tax submissions and audits for compliance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Proficiency in Power BI

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline

Professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CFA)

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Own month-end close, management reporting, variance analysis, and balance sheet governance, including company budget tracking and financial accuracy.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and operations to provide insights on margins and overall business performance.
• Lead or support budgeting and forecasting cycles, tracking performance trends to recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor operating costs, identify efficiency opportunities, and support initiatives to improve profitability.
• Support cash flow forecasting, receivables management, and payment governance to ensure positive liquidity.
• Manage tax submissions and support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulatory requirements.
• Enhance reporting and decision-making through analytics and automation.
• Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, controls, and ways of working.
• Coach and develop team members, collaborating closely with shared services and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations that support business-critical decisions.
• Lead high-impact projects and ad‑hoc initiatives aligned with evolving business needs.
• Undertake additional finance‑related duties and projects as required, in line with business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CFA) is strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in finance, management accounting, or finance controller, preferably in a complex or fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to deliver high‑quality financial analysis and translate complex data into clear, actionable business insights.
• Advanced Excel capability with demonstrated experience in financial modelling, proficiency in Power BI and finance automation tools is a strong advantage.
• Strong business partnering and communication skills, with the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive, resilient, and results‑driven, with the ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple priorities.