Finance Manager | IFRS 16, FP&A, Lease Accounting > Hospitality & Co-living Provider

THE HACENS TALENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic co-living company in Singapore seeks a Finance Manager to lead financial planning, reporting, and compliance. You will oversee lease accounting under IFRS 16 and drive budgeting and cash management efforts. The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of finance experience, including at least 2 years in team leadership, and a strong knowledge of financial regulations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, this permanent full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for impact and growth.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ finance/accounting experience.
• At least 2 years leading a team.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS 16 and lease accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, reporting, and compliance.
• Oversee lease accounting under IFRS 16.
• Prepare management reports and financial statements.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CPA/ACCA (preferred)

Job description

YOUR NEW JOB

As Finance Manager, you’ll lead financial planning, reporting, and compliance for a fast-growing co-living business.

You’ll oversee lease accounting under IFRS 16, drive budgeting and cash management, and partner with leadership on growth initiatives and funding strategies.

This is a permanent full-time role based in the Bugis area.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Prepare management reports, financial statements, and cash flow forecasts
• Perform profitability analysis by site, unit, and product type
• Oversee lease accounting (ROU assets, liabilities, renewals, escalations)
• Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and scenario planning
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and rent collections
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax, and statutory requirements
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and strengthen internal controls
• Partner with operations, sales, and real estate teams on new sites, pricing models, and closures
• Support funding discussions and board/investor reporting through financial modelling & data preparation

WHAT IS NEEDED FROM YOU

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA preferred
• 5–8 years’ finance/accounting experience
• At least 2 years leading a team
• Experience in a listed company and exposure to real estate, hospitality, or co‑living/co‑working sectors
• Strong knowledge of IFRS 16 and lease accounting
• Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and Excel skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

• Exposure to capital raising (equity, debt, or structured financing)
• Proven track record in scaling finance operations for growth‑stage companies
• Experience in business partnering with operations and real estate team