Head of Finance

REX COMMODITIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A commodities company is seeking a Head of Finance in Singapore to manage the financial operations and lead the finance team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in financial management, preferably in a publicly listed company. Strong knowledge of Singaporean and international finance is required, along with fluency in both English and Mandarin. The role includes overseeing budgeting, financial analysis, and compliance with financial regulations while optimizing finance processes to support business decisions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in financial management in a publicly listed company or a medium-large enterprise.
• Proficient in Singapore and international finance, tax, and accounting standards.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage regional financial operations including budgeting and financial analysis.
• Regular reporting of regional project performance and conduct financial analysis.
• Lead the regional finance team and manage recruitment and performance evaluation.

Skills

Financial management

Problem-solving

Leadership

Fluent in Mandarin

Knowledge of finance regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above; ACCA or CPA preferred

Job description

Position Overview:

The Head of Finance oversees all financial activities in the assigned region, ensuring compliance, data accuracy, and supporting business decisions. The role focuses on optimizing finance processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring the company’s financial health in the commodities industry.

Job Description:

· Manage the financial operations of the assigned region, including finance, cost control, taxation, budgeting, accounting, and financial analysis. Improve regional financial systems and processes.

· Regularly report regional project performance to the group, conduct financial analysis, and provide improvement suggestions.

· Participate in the analysis, review, and decision-making support for investments, major economic activities, and contracts.

· Prepare regional financial budgets and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring data is timely and accurately reflects business performance.

· Liaise with tax authorities, financial institutions, and other external bodies; review project financial documents to ensure data integrity and compliance.

· Review revenue, cost, and profit data, analyse operational issues, and propose solutions for improvement.

· Lead the regional finance team, responsible for recruitment, development, and performance evaluation.

· Complete other tasks assigned by the company.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above; ACCA, CPA preferred.
• At least 3 years of financial management experience in a Chinese publicly listed company or a medium-to-large enterprise.
• Knowledge of Singapore and international finance, tax, and accounting standards.
• Fluent proficiency in both English and Mandarin is required to communicate effectively with Chinese-speaking associates.
• Strong financial expertise, problem-solving, and leadership skills.