Finance Manager (Manufacturing)

JAC Recruitment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown company in Singapore is seeking a Finance Manager (Manufacturing) to oversee full accounting functions, including AP, AR, GL, month-end close, and financial reporting, while leading cost management and product costing activities. The role requires strong leadership and Mandarin communication with China stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will analyze key cost drivers, develop financial models, and support strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance preferred.
• 5–7 years of relevant accounting/finance experience, manufacturing background preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage full spectrum of accounting: AP, AR, GL, month-end close, financial reporting.
• Lead product costing: standard cost setting, cost roll-ups, cost analysis for inventory valuation and profitability.
• Analyze cost drivers: material costs, labor, depreciation, yield, overhead absorption; recommend improvements.
• Identify cost-reduction initiatives; partner with operations for process improvements and make-or-buy decisions.
• Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic planning and growth.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations with insights on performance.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting: annual plans, rolling forecasts, variance analysis, corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regs, GST, and internal policies; coordinate audits.
• Manage treasury: cash flow forecasting, working capital optimization, banking relationships, liquidity management.
• Establish internal controls and monitor KPIs; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Leadership

Mandarin

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SQL

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Finance Manager (Manufacturing)

Location: Singapore - West

Your New Company

My client is a Japanese precision engineering and manufacturing company that provides high-quality machining, assembly, and supply chain solutions to customers across industries such as semiconductors, medical devices, and industrial equipment. With a strong presence across Asia, the company is committed to delivering innovative solutions and operational excellence to support its customers' manufacturing needs.

Your New Role

• Manage the full spectrum of accounting activities, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, month-end closing, and financial reporting.
• Lead product costing activities, including standard cost setting, cost roll-ups, and ongoing cost analysis to ensure accurate inventory valuation and profitability reporting.
• Analyze key manufacturing cost drivers such as material costs, labor, depreciation, yield, and overhead absorption, providing recommendations to improve cost efficiency.
• Identify and drive cost-reduction initiatives while partnering with operations to support process improvements and make-or-buy decisions.
• Develop financial models and perform financial analysis to support strategic planning, business growth, and management decision-making.
• Prepare timely and accurate management reports, dashboards, and presentations, providing insights into financial and operational performance.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, variance analysis, and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, GST requirements, and internal policies, while coordinating external audits and statutory filings.
• Manage treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting, working capital optimization, banking relationships, and liquidity management.
• Establish and strengthen internal controls, monitor key financial and operational KPIs, and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance business performance.

Key Qualifications For Success

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, preferably within the manufacturing industry, including team management responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders, including counterparts based in China.
• Proficient in SQL and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
• Proven leadership capabilities with experience managing, coaching, and developing team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels of the organization.
• Proactive, well-organized, and meticulous, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential business and financial information.
• Candidates who are available immediately or on short notice will have an added advantage.