Finance Manager, SEA (US MNC) (ID: 690835)

PERSOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial closings and ensure tax compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accountancy, professional certification, and at least 10 years in senior finance roles, including team management experience. Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and Southeast Asia tax regulations is essential. This role offers an opportunity to lead FP&A activities and optimize treasury functions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years in senior finance or accounting roles within manufacturing.
• 5 years managing teams of five from US MNC.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing for regional entities.
• Coordinate with local teams on tax filings and regulatory adherence.
• Supervise statutory audits and liaise with auditors.
• Develop financial controls aligned with corporate standards.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Partner with leadership on growth strategies and efficiencies.
• Oversee regional liquidity and optimize treasury functions.
• Mentor finance staff and promote process improvements.

Skills

Strong knowledge of US GAAP

Strong knowledge of IFRS

Strong knowledge of Southeast Asia tax regulations

Proficiency in SAP systems

Experience in financial reporting tools like Hyperion or OneStream

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, MIA)

Tools

SAP

Hyperion

OneStream

Job description

• Manage Financial Closings – Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end closing for regional entities, ensuring accurate and compliant reporting.

• Ensure Tax Compliance – Coordinate with local teams and consultants on tax filings and regulatory adherence.

• Handle Audits – Supervise statutory audits and liaise with internal and external auditors.

• Implement Controls & Policies – Develop and enforce financial controls aligned with corporate standards.

• Lead FP&A Activities – Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support management decisions.

• Support Strategic Initiatives – Partner with leadership on growth strategies, operational efficiencies, and major capital projects.

• Manage Treasury & Cash Flow – Oversee regional liquidity, optimize treasury functions with corporate and local banks.

• Build & Develop Team – Mentor finance staff, manage recruitment, and promote continuous process improvements.

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy.

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, MIA) is advantageous.

• 10 years in senior finance or accounting roles within manufacturing, including 5 years managing teams of five from US MNC.

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and Southeast Asia tax regulations.

• Proficiency in SAP systems and financial reporting tools such as Hyperion or OneStream.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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