Finance Manager - JY

PASONA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; In loco; SGD 81.000 - 97.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

PASONA Singapore Pte. Ltd. seeks a Finance Manager to oversee the full spectrum of accounting and financial planning for its Singapore operations in the manufacturing sector.

You will lead a standalone Finance department, prepare financial statements, budgets and rolling forecasts, and ensure regulatory compliance while driving cost-saving initiatives in collaboration with operations and senior management. Mandarin-speaking stakeholders are part of daily interactions.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience, preferably in manufacturing, with management experience.
• Ability to communicate with Mandarin-speaking counterparts, including China office.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards.
• Proficiency in SQL and MS Office.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Immediate availability preferred.

Mansioni

• Oversee full set of accounts (AP, AR, GL).
• Oversee product costing, standard cost setting, cost roll-ups.
• Analyse key cost drivers and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Lead budgeting process with department heads.
• Prepare rolling forecasts and variances analyses.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for management.
• Coordinate with auditors and tax advisors for audits and GST filings.
• Manage treasury, cash flow and working capital.

Conoscenze

Mandarin speaking

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Strumenti

SQL

MS Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Job ID: 20400

Location: Admiralty/ Sembawang

Working hours: 8.30am - 6pm

Salary: up to $8,000 (Depending on experiences)

Job Description

Oversee full-set accounting and financial planning in Singapore's manufacturing sector. The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of Singapore office, including the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts. This role ensures compliance with financial regulations, analyses financial performance, and collaborates with other departments to drive cost-saving initiatives and strategic planning. The Finance Manager leads Finance as a standalone department, partnering with senior management and operations across the business. Strong leadership and attention to detail are essential.

Accounting & Operations

• Manage and support the full set of accounts, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger
• Oversee product costing, including standard cost setting and cost roll-ups
• Analyse key cost drivers such as materials, labour, depreciation, yield, and overhead absorption
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with operations to evaluate make-or-buy decisions and process improvements

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making
• Analyse financial performance and provide insights to optimise profitability and efficiency
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the bi-annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to align financial goals with strategic objectives
• Monitor budget vs. actual performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions as needed
• Prepare rolling forecasts to anticipate financial trends and support agile decision-making

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to facilitate audits and ensure timely filing of financial statements and tax returns
• Complete and submit all GST returns and ensure compliance
• Implement robust internal controls to safeguard assets and maintain data integrity

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to ensure adequate funding for operations
• Optimise banking relationships and implement cash management strategies to maximise returns on surplus funds

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of monthly and year-end closing
• Budgeting and forecasting accuracy (budget vs. actual variance)
• Costing accuracy and realised cost-reduction savings
• Statutory, tax, and GST filing compliance
• Audit outcomes and internal control findings
• Cash flow and working-capital management
• Timeliness of management reporting

Job Requirement

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance preferred
• Minimum 5-7 years of working experience in a similar capacity, preferably in the manufacturing industry, with management experience
• Able to communicate and liaise with Mandarin-speaking counterparts, including those in China office
• Good knowledge of accounting standards
• Proficiency in SQL and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, organised, and meticulous, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Available immediately or on short notice preferred