Finance Manager

Dyson GmbH; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced Finance Manager for its In-House Manufacturing Finance Team based in Singapore. The role involves managing financial operations, driving financial planning & analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet operational KPIs.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years of relevant work experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Experience in a leadership position required.
• Background in manufacturing finance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations for in-house manufacturing sites.
• Drive month-end close activities and reporting.
• Prepare manufacturing cost analysis and financial insights.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Spend management

Cost modeling

Inventory control

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Strong planning and organization skills

Excellent presentation skills

Proficient in spoken & written English

Education

Qualified Accountant or equivalent post-graduate qualification

Tools

SAP

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Finance Manager

Summary

Salary : Competitive Team : Finance Location : Singapore - Technology Centre

About the Role

The In-House Manufacturing Finance Team oversees the financial operations of Dyson’s in-house manufacturing sites in Singapore and Philippines. As part of the Financial Business Control Team, the objective is to collaborate with stakeholders on financial planning and analysis, management reporting, process and systems controls to support the delivery of key operational objectives. The team aims to maintain a flexible and collaborative working relationship with stakeholders to achieve common goals while ensuring a highly effective control environment.

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our In-House Manufacturing Finance Team to manage and drive various aspects of finance operations. The incumbent will possess strong leadership skills, a good understanding of manufacturing finance and take the lead in business partnering with key stakeholders to deliver financial and operational KPIs.

From time to time, the incumbent will also be involved in ad hoc analysis together with their stakeholders on new opportunities identified. This will include but not limited to the product costings of new technology, cost optimisation, site growth initiatives etc.

The role is a key position of the In-House Manufacturing Finance Team and allows the incumbent a great opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of Dyson’s in house manufacturing technology.

The role is based in Singapore and reports into the Senior Finance Manager – In House Manufacturing.

Accountabilities

• Business Partner with management team and Supply Chain stakeholders to support achievement of the site’s financial and operational objectives
• Drive the month end close activities as well as reporting, budget planning and forecasting
• Lead the review of key operational processes to ensure compliance with regulations and policies as well as to drive process improvements, manufacturing efficiency and cost optimisation
• Prepare and review detailed manufacturing cost analysis and modelling to drive financial insights and recommendations to support business planning and decision-making
• Review operating spend to ensure alignment with budget, policy, and business priorities
• Manage inventory control of raw materials, sub-assemblies, spare parts, and finished products to maintain accurate and optimal inventory levels
• Collaborate with cross-functional and/or remote teams in the finance activities
• Prepare and review ad hoc financial analysis as require

Skills

• Qualified Accountant or equivalent post-graduate qualification with manufacturing finance experience
• At least 7 to 8 years of relevant work experience in financial planning and analysis, including experience in a leadership position
• Strong background in spend management, cost modeling, inventory control, and budgeting
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel
• Proficiency in SAP is a plus
• Strong planning and organisation skills
• Naturally inquisitive, comfortable interrogating existing processes and systems and problem-solve
• Proactive in proposing ideas and challenging status quo and ablilty to influence peers and upwards
• Experience in working across functions and cultures, with remote teams
• Excellent personal and business presentation skills
• Proficient in spoken & written English
• Independent, with a strong sense of operational discipline and ability to meet deadlines

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