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

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial closures and ensure tax compliance. The role requires a degree in accountancy and 10 years of experience in senior finance positions, including 5 years managing teams. Candidates should have strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and Southeast Asia tax regulations. Proficiency in SAP and financial reporting tools is essential. The position emphasizes strategic initiatives and managing treasury functions.

Qualifications

• 10 years in senior finance or accounting roles, including 5 years managing teams.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and Southeast Asia tax regulations.
• Professional certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing.
• Coordinate with local teams for tax compliance.
• Supervise statutory audits and liaise with auditors.
• Develop and enforce financial controls.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Partner on strategic initiatives and major projects.
• Oversee regional liquidity and treasury functions.
• Mentor finance staff and manage recruitment.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Team management

Budgeting and forecasting

SAP proficiency

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, MIA)

Tools

SAP

Hyperion

OneStream

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.

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