Finance Manager/Assistant Manager

bells institute of higher learning pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BELLS INSTITUTE OF HIGHER LEARNING PTE. LTD. seeks an FP&A & Financial Reporting Manager to lead financial planning, forecasting and management reporting across the group. The role emphasizes governance, process improvement and insightful analytics for senior management.

Ideal candidates have an accounting degree with a professional qualification (ACCA/CA Singapore/CPA/ICAEW), 5–8 years FP&A experience, advanced Excel and AI-enabled reporting skills, and strong analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CA Singapore/CPA/ICAEW or equivalent) will be advantageous.
• At least 5–8 years of relevant experience in accounting / financial planning and analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.
• Proficiency in applying generative AI at work will be advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, communication & organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Identify key business drivers, risks, opportunities, and areas of underperformance.
• Assist CFO & Finance Manager in annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and reporting packages.
• Improve the quality, consistency, and timeliness of financial reporting across the Group. Lead or support other ad hoc initiatives and strategic projects as assigned by management or required by the Company

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Ownership/accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

ACCA/CA Singapore/CPA/ICAEW or equivalent (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Overview

The FP&A & Financial Reporting Manager will be responsible for financial planning and analysis, management reporting, report preparation & assist in external audit coordination.

The role will work closely with senior management, business unit leaders, external auditors, and professional advisers to strengthen the Company’s financial reporting, forecasting, internal controls, and overall finance readiness

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods.

• Identify key business drivers, risks, opportunities, and areas of underperformance.

• Assist CFO & Finance Manager in annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and reporting packages.

• Improve the quality, consistency, and timeliness of financial reporting across the Group.
  Lead or support other ad hoc initiatives and strategic projects as assigned by management or required by the Company

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CA Singapore, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent will be advantageous

• At least 5–8 years of relevant experience in accounting / financial planning and analysis

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems
  Proficiency in applying generative AI at work will be advantageous

• Excellent analytical, communication & organization skills

• Self-motivated, proactive, independent, and having a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

*This is in partnership with the Employment and Employability Institute Pte Ltd ("e2i"). e2i is the empowering network for workers and employers seeking employment and employability solutions. e2i is a tripartite initiative of the National Trades Union Congress set up to support nation-wide manpower and skills upgrading initiatives. By applying for this role, you consent to BELLS's PDPA and e2i's PDPA.