Finance Manager (MIS)

Overseas Chinese Banking Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional to oversee the management information system methodologies. This role involves leading a team of MIS analysts, developing financial and operational insights, and enhancing MIS frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in banking, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in tools like Power BI and SQL. We offer competitive salaries and diverse benefits to support employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits for mental and physical wellbeing

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar role in banking.
• Strong knowledge of MIS concepts and business intelligence tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of MIS analysts ensuring productivity and development.
• Design and implement MIS dashboards for senior management.
• Analyze large datasets to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Data manipulation

Financial modeling

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Banking or Finance

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Microsoft Excel

Python

Job description

Bank of Singapore opens doors to new opportunities.

At Bank of Singapore, we are constantly on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our team. We promote a culture of openness, teamwork and fairness. Most importantly, we invest in our people through our programmes that develop them on both professional and personal levels. Besides attractive remuneration packages, we offer non-financial benefits and opportunities to develop your potential within OCBC Group's global network of subsidiaries and offices. If you have passion, drive and the will to succeed, rise to the challenge today!

The successful candidate will join the Business Finance MIS unit and will be responsible for overseeing the management information system methodologies while leading a team of MIS analysts. This role focuses on providing accurate management, financial and operational information to support strategic decision-making and cost management within the bank.

Main Duties

• Effectively manage and lead a team of MIS analysts, ensuring their productivity, development, and adherence to deadlines. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to enhance their skills and performance.
• Work with Front Office business managers as the key business partner in matters relating to MIS Financials and Front Office KPI reporting.
• Maintain and enhance the bank's MIS framework. Design, implement and maintain periodic or ad-hoc MIS dashboards to provide accurate and timely management, financial and operational information to senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop methodologies and frameworks for allocating costs and expenses to various departments, projects, or business units. Ensure accurate expense tracking, provide analysis on cost trends, and support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Train and communicate changes in MIS methodologies to Front Office and collaborate with market business managers to gather data requirements for key analysis.
• Prepare Front Office Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and ensure timely deployment of periodic Front Office KPI simulations.
• Analyze large datasets, identify trends, and generate insights to support strategic decision-making. Extract, transform, and validate data, conduct ad-hoc analyses, and prepare reports or presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Continuously evaluate and improve existing MIS processes and systems to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy. Identify automation opportunities, implement best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and optimize resource allocation.
• Ensure all MIS activities comply with data governance requirements and internal policies. Identify and address potential data integrity issues, implement controls, and participate in audits or reviews to mitigate risks.
• Participate in projects and new implementations that have an impact to MIS data extraction and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar role, with a focus on MIS, financial analysis, and cost management within the banking industry.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data manipulation, financial modeling, and statistical analysis.
• Strong knowledge of MIS concepts, database management, and business intelligence tools. (e.g., Power BI)
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, proficiency in SQL data extraction and Python programming language.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities.
• Prior experience in IT project accounting and cost-control are an advantage.
• Degree in Accounting/Banking or Finance.

A competitive salary, and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing

A competitive salary, and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing