Finance Manager

CU LINES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime service company in Singapore is seeking a proactive finance manager to oversee finance operations, ensure financial controls, and deliver management reporting. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in finance, preferably in shipping or logistics, and hold a degree in a relevant field with professional accounting qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years of finance experience in an MNC or established enterprise environment.
• Proven experience as a hands-on finance manager, preferably in shipping or logistics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing for Singapore entities.
• Manage daily treasury operations and cash flow forecasting.
• Act as a finance business partner to operations and commercial teams.

Skills

Financial principles knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration skills

ERP systems experience

Expertise in Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

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

Tools

Financial ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on, detail-oriented finance professional with strong controllership and analytical skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day finance operations for key Singapore entities, ensuring robust financial controls, and delivering accurate management reporting and analyses to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Control, Closing & Reporting:

• Act as the PIC for the timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing for key Singapore entities (e.g., CU Lines Pte Ltd, Sg vessel SPVs, overseeing UGL PTE).
• Review, approve all matters relating to closing of accounts, and ensure all intercompany reconciliations are performed in a timely manner.
• Prepare and review management reports, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee the preparation of the group consolidation for the Singapore entities.
• Lead the year-end statutory audit processes for all assigned entities, liaising with external auditors.

2. Treasury & Asset Management:

• Manage daily treasury operations.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and work with the treasury team to optimize financial resources.
• Manage bank guarantees (BGs), deposits, and bank account administration for overseas entities.
• Provide treasury support and backup, ensuring continuity in cash management and reporting.
• Oversee the financial aspects of asset management for the ship management company and its related SPVs.
• Support the financing efforts & projects, working with lenders from due diligence till drawdown, and the subsequent loan administration work.

3. Process Improvement & Business Partnering:

• Act as a finance business partner to the operations and commercial teams, fostering better collaboration and understanding between finance and operations.
• Enhance and standardize accounting practices, SOPs, and financial controls within the Singapore scope.
• Participate in system implementation projects when necessary.
• Any other tasks which may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree holder in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Qualified member of a recognized professional accounting body (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant finance experience in an MNC/established enterprises environment.
• Proven experience in a hands-on finance manager with prior experience in the shipping, logistics, or a related industry being a strong advantage.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Able to collaborate effectively with people from different levels, functions, and cultural backgrounds.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin to effectively liaise with Mandarin-speaking counterparts.
• Experience in major financial ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.