Finance Executive/Senior Finance Executive

Sika Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global specialty chemicals company in Singapore is seeking an experienced accountant to handle financial reporting, perform analysis for sales and margin development, and support the internal control system. The ideal candidate must have a degree in Accounting or Finance, along with at least 5 years of experience in accounting functions. Familiarity with SAP and credit analysis is preferred. This role offers a dynamic workplace and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in accounting or audit functions.
• Experience in cost accounting preferred.
• Strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly/quarterly financial reporting.
• Perform analysis and reports for sales and margin development.
• Responsible for internal control system.
• Assist in quarterly tax calculations.
• Prepare weekly sales report.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Analysis and reporting

Internal control systems

Credit analysis

Education

Degree in Accounting and/or Finance

ACCA Professional Certification

Tools

SAP

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Company Description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries, manufactures in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers around the world that facilitate the sustainable transformation of the construction and transportation industries. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023.

Sika is an independent Swiss group founded in Zurich in 1910. Its shares are listed on the SWX Swiss Exchange since 1968. In May 2017, Sika enters the Swiss Market Index (SMI), the leading index of the Swiss stock exchange, containing the top 20 Blue Chip companies of Switzerland.

Sika’s product range features high-quality concrete admixtures, specialty mortars, sealants and adhesives, damping and reinforcing materials, structural strengthening systems, industrial flooring as well as roofing and waterproofing systems.

SIKA (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD established in 1978 is a wholly owned company of Sika AG in Switzerland and a member of the Sika Group of Companies.

The principal activities of the company are manufacturing, trading, and supply of specialty construction chemicals in the building and construction industry.

Over the years we have successfully established our technical assistance, services, and product solutions for various projects in different sectors.

Job Description

1. Preparation of monthly/quarterly financial reporting, including balance sheet and P&L statements in MIS
2. Perform analysis and reports for sales and margin development
3. Responsible for Sika internal control system (SICS)
4. Assist in quarterly tax calculations and other ad-hoc regulatory reporting
5. Preparation of weekly sales report and partnering with heads of target markets for business support via provision of sales analysis
6. Credit analysis, including monitoring of doubtful debt situation and administration of legal proceedings against bad debtors
7. Maintenance of fixed asset register
8. Administration of Salesforce CRM
9. Support the Finance Controller in ad-hoc accounting reports and analysis

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting and/or Finance, and/or ACCA Professional Certification or Equivalent
• 5 years of more of experience in accounting or audit functions
• Experience in SAP and cost accounting preferred