Financial & Planning Manager

Randstad Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced finance leader to act as a strategic partner to the executive team. In this role, you will lead the financial planning and analysis function, responsible for creating forecasts, budgets, and strategic plans. You should have at least seven years of experience in finance and be adept at managing teams while supporting digital transformation initiatives. Advanced technical skills and certification in finance are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Experience in global operations and commercial accounting functions.
• Strong aptitude for technology-focused projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis function.
• Oversee monthly forecasts and annual budgets.
• Manage a team of analysts and special projects.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Project management

Financial modeling

Communication with senior stakeholders

Education

Degree in accounting, finance, or business

CPA, CFA, or CIMA certifications

Tools

Enterprise resource planning systems

Analytical tools

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and globally recognized organization within the Services Sector, known for its commitment to excellence and strategic operational growth.

About the Job

In this pivotal leadership role, you will act as a strategic finance partner to the executive team and department heads, providing actionable financial insights to guide critical business decisions.

You will be responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis function, which includes overseeing the creation of monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term five-year strategic plans. The position requires you to manage monthly financial reporting, analyze variances, and ensure the accuracy of income and expenditure entries while driving initiatives in cost allocation, pricing strategies, and scenario modeling to optimize resource utilization.

Furthermore, you will lead and mentor a team of analysts, fostering a high-performance culture while managing special projects and providing financial evaluation for new initiatives and digital transformation efforts.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this position, you should hold a degree in accounting, finance, or business, with professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or CIMA being highly desirable.

You must have a minimum of seven years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably with exposure to global operations and leadership within commercial accounting functions. Experience in supporting technology-focused departments or digital initiatives is essential, along with a strong aptitude for project management and financial modeling.

You should possess advanced technical skills in enterprise resource planning systems and analytical tools, combined with the ability to articulate complex financial stories to senior stakeholders effectively.

Application

To apply online please use the 'apply' function (EA: 94C3609/ R1439933). Alternatively, you may contact Agnes Lim.