Manager Finance & Corporate Services

Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent chamber of commerce in Singapore seeks a Manager for Finance & Corporate Services. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting the budgeting process. Applicants should have a degree in Accounting or Finance, with a minimum of 8 years' experience in finance roles, and familiarity with GST and statutory requirements. This position will be vital for maintaining financial discipline and compliance within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' relevant experience in finance operations or accounting roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with full sets of accounts, month-end close, and audits.
• Familiarity with GST and Singapore statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and support variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and statutory requirements.

Skills

Financial reporting

Cashflow management

Audit support

Budgeting

Compliance

Education

Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Job description

The Manager, Finance & Corporate Services is responsible for the effective management of the Chamber’s day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.

Operating within a lean structure, the role anchors financial discipline, cashflow control, and internal controls, while supporting the Secretariat’s programmes, events, and services. The Manager works closely with the Director, Finance & Corporate Services on budgeting, reporting, audit support, and governance requirements, with a strong focus on execution, reliability, and control.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Operations

• Manage day-to-day finance operations for SICC and SICCRA, including accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, collections, expense claims, and petty cash
• Oversee billing for membership subscriptions, sponsorships, events, trade documentation, and other revenue streams
• Monitor receivables and follow up on outstanding balances to support credit control
• Ensure accurate bookkeeping, transaction posting, and maintenance of general ledger records

Cashflow & Banking

• Monitor daily cash positions and support short- and medium-term cashflow forecasting
• Manage banking transactions and payment processing
• Prepare and review bank reconciliations promptly and accurately
• Support prudent cash management and liquidity planning

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts, journals, schedules, and reconciliations
• Support variance analysis and preparation of financial summaries for Management
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements
• Maintain complete, orderly, and audit-ready financial documentation

Tax, Statutory & Compliance

• Prepare and submit GST returns and other statutory filings
• Coordinate with external accountants and tax agents as required
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls

Audit & Governance Support

• Prepare audit schedules, confirmations, and supporting documentation
• Liaise with auditors and respond to audit queries in a timely manner
• Support implementation and follow-up of audit recommendations
• Ensure proper archiving, retention, and destruction of financial records in accordance with policy

Budgeting & Planning Support

• Support annual budgeting and periodic re-forecasting exercises
• Track budget utilisation and flag material variances or risks early
• Provide finance support to programme teams on cost tracking and reconciliation

Continuous Improvement

• Support improvements to finance & corporate services processes
• Strengthen documentation to reduce key-person dependency & mitigate risks
• Undertake other finance-related duties as assigned by the Director or the CEO

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Minimum 8 years’ relevant experience in finance operations or accounting roles
• Strong hands-on experience with full sets of accounts, month-end close, and audits
• Familiarity with GST and Singapore statutory requirements
• Experience in a non-profit, membership organisation, or SME environment is an advantage