Finance Manager

SIN CHEW WOODPAQ PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial services firm in Singapore is seeking a qualified professional for a role focused on strategic financial analysis and M&A leadership. Key responsibilities include analyzing financial data, overseeing M&A accounting, and evaluating potential deals. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, with substantial experience in M&A and strong financial modeling skills. This position involves significant collaboration across departments to ensure seamless execution and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Experience in M&A, capital raising, accounting/transaction services, or investment banking required.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation expertise necessary.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Oversee end-to-end M&A accounting and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Evaluate potential deals through financial modeling and risk assessment.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation expertise

Due diligence

Negotiation skills

Project management

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field

Tools

Financial software and systems (including ERP systems)

Job description

1. Strategic Financial Analysis & Decision Support

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Deliver customized management reports for critical decisions (e.g., market expansion, cost optimization).
• Lead ad-hoc projects for various management support decisions.

2. M&A Accounting & Transaction Leadership

• Oversee end-to-end M&A accounting.
• Manage purchase accounting, including valuation of assets/liabilities and purchase price allocation.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standard and regulatory standards.
• Drive integration planning.
• Develop detailed integration roadmaps, track milestones, and align cross-functional teams.
• Ensure accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review M&A-related financial statements and disclosures.

3. Transaction Execution & Due Diligence

• Evaluate potential deals through financial modeling, valuation, and risk assessment.
• Participate in deal structuring, negotiation, and documentation.
• Monitor post-acquisition performance, tracking synergies and addressing integration gaps.

4. Deal Negotiation & Structuring

• Lead negotiation and structuring of transactions.
• Participate in the negotiation and structuring of deals, including due diligence, financing, and transaction documentation.
• Optimize transaction outcomes through risk mitigation and favorable terms.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Expertise

• Serve as the primary finance liaison for M&A activities, advising on accounting treatments and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance and Operations to ensure seamless deal execution and compliance.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Experience in M&A, capital raising, fund raising, accounting / transaction services, or investment banking.
• Skills: Strong financial modelling, valuation, and due diligence expertise.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, corporate finance, and M&A practices.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial software and systems, including ERP systems.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of the specific industry or industries in which the company operates – etc: logistics and manufacturing.