Manager-Group Accounts

AVANI RESOURCES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Singapore is seeking a strategic Manager-Group Accounts to oversee group financial operations. The role involves managing timely consolidation of accounts, producing management reports, and contributing to strategic planning initiatives. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with at least 5 years of experience in finance, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of corporate governance. Opportunities for partnership with financial institutions are also included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles.
• Prior experience in group consolidation is mandatory.
• Experience in a complex international business environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce timely and accurate consolidation of group accounts.
• Analyze results with performance insights and predictive forecasting.
• Manage the group’s external audit process.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and local regulations.
• Build partnerships with financial institutions.

Skills

Finance expertise

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Job description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance professional to join our team as the Manager-Group Accounts. This role will be the custodian of the process to deliver accurate, timeous, and relevant financial information for group consolidation and reporting. It will also play a crucial part in driving financial excellence, managing the group’s financial operations, and contributing to overall business success.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for producing timely and accurate consolidation of group accounts and annual financial statements.
• Produce insightful analysis of results including retrospective interpretation of performance, understanding of major business drivers, KPI’s, trend analysis, and predictive forecasting.
• Preparation and consolidation of group cash flow forecasting, monthly management reports, annual budgets and other regular forecasts as required.
• Manage the group’s external audit process.
• Build robust processes to ensure the integrity of reported information and achieving more timely and accurate financial information output for decision making.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of the business by providing financial insights and advice to business function teams and senior management. Proactively develop a good domain knowledge of the market and operations of all group entities.
• Conduct regular internal audits, systematically reviewing financial records and operational processes to ensure compliance, identify potential risks, and recommend strategic improvements. Implement a vigilant approach to identify variances and discrepancies, contributing to the maintenance of stringent internal controls and the enhancement of organizational efficiency.
• Collaborate with individual accountants working for group entities and subsidiaries and cover their absence, whenever required.
• Work closely with the Marketing and Business Development team on credit related issues including deal structuring to control credit risk.
• Build partnerships and maintain strong relationships with various financial and banking institutions.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with accounting standards and local laws and regulations across all group companies.
• Interact with senior members of the Group in operational, commercial, legal, and other executive roles to understand the factors affecting the Group’s financial performance.
• Travelling to group locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Experienced qualified accountant (ACA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, prior experience in group consolidation is mandatory.
• Experience of working for a complex international business environment with multiple divisions and/or revenue streams
• Leadership and people management experience, good communication skills, and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Proven track record in strategic planning and driving business performance.
• Firm understanding of corporate governance and other regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of corporate tax would be beneficial.