Finance Manager

Continental Industry; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental in Singapore is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee end-to-end financial management of the Singapore legal entity, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements, corporate policies, and reporting standards. You will enable business decisions through financial analysis, governance, and strategic planning while maintaining strong internal controls.

Key responsibilities include financial reporting, statutory filings (IRAS, GST), FP&A, treasury, tax, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• Professional qualification (CPA/ACCA/CA) preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience, Singapore entity exposure ideal.
• Strong knowledge of SFRS/IFRS and Singapore tax regulations (IRAS, GST).

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements per SFRS/IFRS.
• Ensure timely statutory filings (IRAS) and GST compliance; liaise with regulators.
• Lead FP&A: budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis; support strategic initiatives.
• Oversee treasury, cash flow management, banking relations, and intercompany
• Maintain internal controls and risk management, including SOX aspects where applicable.
• Support board reporting and coordination with regional/global finance teams.

Skills

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge (SFRS/IFRS)

Stakeholder management

ERP systems (SAP,S4)

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Professional qualification (CPA/ACCA/CA)

Tools

SAP/S4

MS Excel

Job description

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.

The ContiTech group sector develops and manufactures, for example, cross-material, environmentally friendly and intelligent products and systems for the automotive industry, railway engineering, mining, agriculture and other key industries. Guided by the vision of "smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber," the group sector draws on its long-standing knowledge of the industry and materials to open up new business opportunities by combining various materials with electronic components and individual services.

Job Description

Role Summary

The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end financial management of the Singapore legal entity, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements, corporate policies, and financial reporting standards. The role supports business decision-making through financial analysis, governance, and strategic planning, while maintaining strong internal controls and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS/IFRS).

Ensure Timely Submission Of Statutory Reports, Including

• Annual financial statements


• Corporate income tax filings (IRAS)


• GST reporting and compliance


• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory authorities (e.g., ACRA, IRAS).


• Maintain compliance with Singapore Companies Act and relevant regulations.

Legal Entity Control & Governance

Act as the finance custodian for the Singapore legal entity.

Ensure proper governance, internal controls, and adherence to corporate policies.

Monitor intercompany transactions, transfer pricing compliance, and balance reconciliations.

Support board reporting and statutory filings.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles.

Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to senior management.

Partner with business stakeholders to support strategic initiatives and cost optimization.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

Manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.

Oversee banking relationships, payments, and working capital management.

Ensure optimal funding and cash utilization within the entity.

Tax Management

Ensure compliance with corporate tax, GST, and other local tax requirements.

Coordinate tax planning and support audits or tax reviews.

Monitor changes in Singapore tax regulations and assess impact.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

Design, implement, and monitor internal controls (e.g., SOX compliance where applicable).

Identify financial risks and drive mitigation strategies.

Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.

Stakeholder Management

Act as key contact for regional/global finance teams.

Collaborate with legal, HR, and operations functions.

Support external stakeholders including auditors, banks, and regulators.

Hub of IAPAC BA

Allocation Pool

Support Central reporting of BA

Others related

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

Professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA Singapore) preferred.

5-10 years of relevant experience, ideally with exposure to Singapore legal entity management.

Strong knowledge of

• SFRS/IFRS


• Singapore tax regulations (IRAS, GST, Pillar II)


• ACRA statutory requirements


• Experience working in a multinational environment is an advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills


• In-depth knowledge of Singapore regulatory environment


• High attention to detail and strong internal control mindset


• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills


• Ability to operate independently and meet tight deadlines


• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, S4) and MS Excel