Finance Manager (Marine)

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the complete accounting cycle and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance along with at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the marine industry. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in ERP systems are essential. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, ideally in the marine industry.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore financial regulations and tax laws.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements.
• Manage the full accounting cycle including AR/AP.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Financial statement preparation

Compliance with IFRS/GAAP

Accounting cycle management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/ACCA preferred

Tools

ERP accounting systems

SAP

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting standards and accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).
• Compile account schedules and coordinate with auditors and tax agents for submissions.
• Manage the full accounting cycle, including AR/AP and related processes.
• Handle bank postings, reconciliations, GL entries, payments, and financial schedules.
• Administer GST filings and claims.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to optimize working capital.
• Assess foreign exchange exposure and execute hedging strategies when required.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Track actual results against budgets and prepare variance analyses.
• Provide financial insights to support business decisions.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, corporate governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate internal/external audits and regulatory reviews.
• Set KPIs for the finance team and ensure timely delivery of outputs.
• Lead, coach, and develop finance staff, assigning tasks and monitoring progress.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and results orientation.
• Collaborate with other departments to review workflows, strengthen controls, and identify cost efficiencies.
• Support ad-hoc finance duties and special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent; CPA/ACCA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, ideally in the marine industry.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore financial regulations and tax laws.
• Proficient in ERP accounting systems; SAP experience advantageous.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.