FINANCE MANAGER

excellence new energy (singapore) pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to Group HQ

Group Finance support

Career growth in international trading

Job summary

Excellence New Energy Singapore is a hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the company’s accounting and financial operations, strengthen internal controls, and support its growing business activities. The role reports to the Singapore General Manager for local management and to Group Finance for technical accounting and compliance matters.

Key responsibilities include managing full set accounts, monthly reporting under SFRS, GST filing, and coordinating audits with external advisers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
• Hands-on experience in independently managing full set accounts, month-end closing, financial reporting and GST filing in Singapore.
• Good knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), GST regulations and statutory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Comfortable working in a lean team and handling both operational accounting and supervisory responsibilities.
• Good communication skills in English and Mandarin to facilitate coordination with Group headquarters in China.
• Prior experience supervising junior accounting staff would be an advantage.
• ACCA, CPA, CA Singapore or equivalent professional qualifications would be an advantage.
• Experience in trading, manufacturing or project-based businesses would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop expertise in manufacturing finance, project accounting and trade finance as the business grows.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage full set accounts, including daily accounting entries, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and month-end closing.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and supporting schedules for local management and Group headquarters.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Coordinate with Group Finance on complex accounting treatments, significant adjustments and financial reporting requirements.
• Coordinate annual statutory audits and liaise with external auditors and professional advisers.

Skills

Accounting

Financial reporting

GST filing

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related

ACCA/CPA/CA Singapore or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Company

Excellence New Energy Singapore is a subsidiary of Longyan Zhuoyue New Energy Co. Ltd, a publicly listed company in China specialising in renewable fuels and sustainable energy solutions. As part of the Group's international expansion, the Singapore company is engaged in international trading activities and the development of renewable fuels production facilities.

We are seeking for a hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the company’s accounting and financial operations, strengthen internal controls, and support its growing business activities. The position reports to the Singapore General Manager for local management and administrative matters, with a functional reporting line to Group Finance for technical accounting,financial reporting and compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Independently manage full set accounts, including daily accounting entries, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and month-end closing.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and supporting schedules for local management and Group headquarters.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Coordinate with Group Finance on complex accounting treatments, significant adjustments and financial reporting requirements.
• Coordinate annual statutory audits and liaise with external auditors and professional advisers.

2. Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Independently prepare, review and submit quarterly GST returns.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Singapore accounting, tax and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate corporate income tax filings, withholding tax matters and other tax compliance requirements with external tax advisers and Group Finance.
• Maintain proper accounting records and supporting documentation for tax and audit purposes.

3. Treasury & Finance Operations

• Monitor cash flow, bank balances, receivables, payables and working capital requirements.
• Review payment requests and supporting documents in accordance with internal approval procedures.
• Maintain and reconcile intercompany transactions, loans, interest calculations and foreign currency balances.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and periodic financial updates for management.
• Support banking arrangements and finance-related operational matters.

4. Internal Controls & Team Supervision

• Supervise and guide the Accounts Executive, whose responsibilities primarily cover finance administration, payment processing support, documentation and transaction monitoring.
• Establish and improve accounting procedures, internal controls and financial reporting processes.
• Ensure proper documentation, reconciliation and review of financial transactions.
• Coordinate with the Singapore General Manager and Group Finance on financial matters, ensuring timely reporting and escalation of significant issues.

5. Business & Project Support

• Support budgeting, expenditure monitoring and financial reporting for the company’s trading activities and ongoing plant development projects.
• Assist in tracking capital expenditure (CAPEX), project costs and related financial commitments.
• Support the development of accounting systems and finance processes to meet future business requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
• Proven hands-on experience inindependently managing full set accounts, month-end closing, financial reporting and GST filing in Singapore.
• Good knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), GST regulations and statutory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Comfortable working in a lean team and handling both operational accounting and supervisory responsibilities.
• Good communication skills in English and Mandarin to facilitate coordination with Group headquarters in China.
• Prior experience supervising junior accounting staff would be an advantage.
• ACCA, CPA, CA Singapore orequivalent professional qualifications would be an advantage.
• Experience in trading, manufacturing or project-based businesses would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop expertise in manufacturing finance, project accounting and trade finance as the business grows.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to take ownership of the accounting and finance function within a growing Singapore-based company.
• Direct exposure to local management and Group headquarters.
• Professional support from Group Finance on complex accounting and financial reporting matters.
• Opportunities to develop broader finance capabilities across international trading and future manufacturing operations.