Manager / Senior Finance Manager (Regional)

PeopleSearch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a finance leader to oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, analyze financial performance, and manage a high-performing finance team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in finance and accounting, strong knowledge of IFRS, and proficiency in Mandarin. This role demands strategic financial insights and excellent leadership skills.

Qualifications

• More than 8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial consolidation.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Analyze financial performance and deliver financial reports.
• Manage accounting operations including accounts payable and general ledger.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Mandarin proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or ACCA

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Job Description Lead and oversee budgeting and forecasting processes in close collaboration with business units.

Analyze financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and deliver regular financial reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual) compliant with IFRS and local accounting standards.

Provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making around investments, pricing, and profitability.

Manage all accounting operations, including accounts payable / receivable, general ledger, and month / year-end closings.

Ensure accuracy, compliance, and robustness of internal financial controls.

Supervise financial operations across multiple countries, including consolidation of international subsidiaries and management of foreign currency risks.

Ensure compliance with local financial, tax, and transfer pricing regulations across Singapore, China, Hong Kong, and other regions.

Serve as the primary finance liaison for senior management, auditors, tax advisors, and cross-functional teams.

Lead internal and external audits, address audit findings, and enhance control frameworks.

Oversee corporate tax planning, compliance, and reporting while monitoring regulatory changes and evaluating their impact on business.

Leverage deep understanding of China and Hong Kong financial practices—including CAS, HKFRS, and regional business culture—to manage and optimize regional finance activities.

Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing regional finance team. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, ACCA, or Master’s degree preferred.

More than 8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial consolidation, and reporting standards.

Hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Proven track record managing audits and ensuring compliance with tax and accounting regulations.

Familiarity with CAS, HKFRS, and SFRS, with experience reconciling these with IFRS.

Proficiency in Mandarin is required to support and collaborate effectively with stakeholders in the China market.

Proficient in SAP and advanced Excel skills.