Finance Director

PALO IT SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking a Financial Manager in Singapore to oversee financial operations for both Singapore and Australia entities. The role requires strong expertise in financial planning, compliance, and team leadership, ensuring accuracy in reporting and adherence to regulations. Candidates should possess a finance degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers a unique opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment committed to positive impact.

Benefits

Stimulating working environments

Unique career path

International mobility

Personalized training

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in financial management.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for closing financials for Singapore and Australia entities.
• Manage financial planning and analysis including forecasting and budgeting.
• Oversee accounting, payroll processes, and compliance.

Skills

Financial planning

Analysis and insights

Compliance and regulation

Team leadership

Project accounting

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Who We Are

We are a global technology consultancy with a trademarked, AI-first engineering approach for accelerating the delivery of digital products and revolutionizing platform modernization. We do the right thing, and we do it right. We're proud to be a World Economic Forum New Champion, and a B Corp-certified company.

About Gen-e2

While the market is still largely AI-augmenting delivery, we have reinvented the SDLC to be AI First. Our approach is a game-changer in productivity and quality:

• We now generate 95% of the entire product — code, documentation, infrastructure as code, and even design — with GitHub Copilot.
• The quality consistently exceeds the output of our best traditional engineering teams.
• A product repository houses all product artefacts, giving AI full project context for higher-quality generation.
• A library of rules and prompts defines coding standards, design principles, and security guidelines, ensuring enterprise-grade quality and scalability.

With Gen-e2, we deliver end-to-end products 2–3× faster than traditional approaches, while raising the bar for engineering excellence.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

General Scope

Accountable for the proper closing of financials for both the Singapore and Australian entities, including preparation of monthly financial reporting. Review, report, present, and elevate as necessary the monthly financial performance of both entities. Present monthly financial performance to management and leadership teams. Ensure compliance with local regulations and group policies, and maintain robust internal controls.

Singapore (Supervision & Strategic Support)

• Provide detailed analysis and insights on monthly financial performance to support decision-making.
• Perform and manage all financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and daily cash flow management.
• Supervise and review accounting and tax processes to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Oversee the monthly payroll process ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Provide ongoing business partnering support and work closely with the Managing Director and Sales Team for key proposals and ad hoc decision making.
• Contribute to risk management exercises and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Play a key role in key vendor contract negotiations.
• Support the implementation of systems rollout, support and streamline internal processes.
• Oversee audit and internal control operations, including Government client and annual financial statement audits.
• Develop and manage key banking relationships (e.g. financing lines).
• Oversee financial control of strategic fixed-price projects, including monthly margin analysis and financial performance tracking.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs for management reporting.
• Lead and coach the finance team for individual development and team success.
• Review the work performed by the finance team to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance.

Australia (Operational responsibilities – direct execution)

• Perform operational tasks, including:
• Monthly revenue calculation (cut-off with accrued and deferred revenue computation).
• Financial control of strategic fixed-price projects, including monthly margin analysis and financial performance tracking.
• Supplier payment management and cash flow monitoring.
• Perform and manage all financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and daily cash flow management.
• Provide financial insights and support for strategic initiatives.
• Supervise and review accounting and tax processes to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Oversee the monthly payroll process ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with the external accounting firm.
• Implement process improvements and support system enhancements.
• Develop KPIs and reporting tools for performance tracking.Participate in risk management and compliance reviews.

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and manage tax strategy for both entities.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships with auditors, accounting firms, banks, and regulatory authorities.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.
• Support group reporting requirements and consolidation processes.
• Manage treasury operations, including liquidity planning and FX risk management.
• Lead initiatives for automation and digitalization of finance processes.

We will be prioritizing applicants who have a current right to work in Singapore, and do not require sponsorship of a visa.

MORE ABOUT PALO IT:

We’re eager to adapt to change, learn from our experiences and move to meet our planet’s urgent needs. With 2025 as our horizon, we are taking action to meet the following objectives:

• Become a climate net-zero company
• Attain 50% of revenue from projects with a positive impact
• Train 100% of our workforce on impact
• Achieve B Corp certification among all 16 of our offices across the globe
• Continuously measure & improve employee happiness

Our clients (https://www.palo-it.com/en/case-study) are amongst the world's most successful companies. We innovate with both established Fortune 1000s, SMEs and start-ups who aim to make an impact, become global leaders and address the world's most complex challenges.

What We Offer

• Stimulating working environments
• Unique career path
• International mobility
• Internal R&D projects
• Knowledge sharing
• Personalized training

For more on our team culture and benefits, check out our careers page (https://www.palo-it.com/en/career)

PALO IT Singapore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Palo IT SG does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices