Finance Manager

GLOBAL TRANSLATIONS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GLOBAL TRANSLATIONS is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the accounting function and internal controls in Singapore. The role focuses on financial leadership, planning, and rigorous reporting to senior management.

Responsibilities include managing budgeting cycles, analyzing KPIs, ensuring statutory compliance with SFRS/US GAAP, and driving system improvements. A degree in accounting or ACCA and 8+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with financial reporting and governance.
• Experience with finance system implementation or improvements is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership for the accounting function and internal controls.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (SFRS, US GAAP) and GST submissions.
• Drive process improvements and finance system enhancements.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Financial reporting

Education

Degree in Accountancy or ACCA

Job description

Overview:

Our company is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager to lead all aspects of the accounting function and internal controls. This role is key to ensuring effective financial management, compliance, and alignment with business objectives. The successful candidate will provide financial leadership, deliver insights through analysis, and collaborate with both senior management and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership

• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks.
• Lead and mentor a small finance team, ensuring high performance and continuous development.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Manage the full budgeting and forecasting cycle, including annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Analyze financial results, trends, and KPIs to deliver insights and strategic recommendations.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and overall financial health.

Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparation of financial and management reports.
• Address financial queries from regional teams and senior leadership.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with relevant accounting standards (SFRS, US GAAP).
• Review GST submissions and oversee tax filings to IRAS.
• Support both internal and external audit processes.
• Promote strong corporate governance and continuously improve internal controls.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Lead finance transformation initiatives, including automation and reporting improvements.
• Drive enhancements in financial systems, process efficiency, and data integrity.

Requirements:

Education:

• Degree in Accountancy, or equivalent qualification (e.g. ACCA).

Experience & Knowledge:

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Proven supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with finance system implementation or improvements is an advantage.