Senior Executive / Assistant Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

LEE YIN APPAREL INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel manufacturer in Singapore is seeking a finance professional to support operations and strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience, strong financial management skills, and expertise in financial software. Responsibilities include preparing forecasts, managing cash flow, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet financial objectives. The role requires effective communication and leadership abilities, with a focus on continuously improving financial processes and reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance roles, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficient user of finance software and strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Group Accountant Manager with finance operations and financial reporting.
• Lead annual budgets and quarterly forecasts preparation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align financial plans with strategic goals.

Skills

Financial Management

Financial Planning

Digital Printing

Internal Controls

Audits

Presentation Skills

Accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Company Profile

Lee Yin was established in Singapore in 1975, and has since grown into a leading regional apparel manufacturer and exporter. Lee Yin manufactures a wide range of apparel, such as fleece, T‑shirts, sweaters, knit/woven garments, and knitted accessories. Lee Yin exports to customers throughout the world, including to leading brands like H&M, GAP, s.Oliver, GU, Carters & Desigual. As a deeply‑experienced and progressive company, Lee Yin continues to streamline and develop its capabilities, which now include digital printing for fabrics and finished garments. Lee Yin strives towards sustainable growth and business, including making forward‑looking investment in human resources, technology and renewable energy. Lee Yin is a member of the Textile and Fashion Federation (Singapore) and part of its Executive Committee.

Lee Yin also operates a retail division under the Coldwear brand, focusing primarily on winter wear apparel and travel accessories. Coldwear currently operates multiple stores in Singapore and Indonesia, as well as an eCommerce channel. It has evolved from a traditional winter wear company into a one‑stop lifestyle concept retailer, providing travel wear for all seasons. For more details, http://www.coldwear.com.sg/company-profile-95.html.

Role Description

This role is vital in supporting the Group Accountant Manager by assisting with finance operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and contributing to strategic financial planning and analysis to meet the organization's objectives. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in FP&A and prior experience in a manufacturing or factory environment.

Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead and support the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long‑term financial plans for business units or group entities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and align financial plans with strategic goals.
• Prepare budget presentation decks for senior management and board‑level reporting.
• Develop and maintain monthly management reports, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Perform variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast), identify root causes, and provide actionable commentary.
• Prepare financial dashboards and highlight trends, risks, and business opportunities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyse key cost drivers and build robust financial models to support business case evaluations.
• Streamline reporting processes and automate recurring tasks using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or ERP systems.

Finance Operations, Cashflow & Working Capital Management

• Support daily finance operations and assist the Group Accountant in ensuring timely and accurate financial records.
• Oversee external and internal audits processes, tax reporting, and compliance with other statutory requirements.
• Develop and maintain accurate cashflow forecasts to ensure adequate liquidity for day‑to‑day operations and strategic initiatives.
• Continuously assess and enhance cash flow and working capital management practices to optimise efficiency and reduce financial risk.
• Assist in improving overall financial processes and undertake ad‑hoc assignments as required.

Specifications / Requirements (Education, Experience, Skills)

• Possess minimum qualification of bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Demonstration of key finance competencies and qualifications with at least 5 years of experience.
• Ability to take initiative, guide and influence others towards goal accomplishment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• A solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles.
• Able to manage, guide and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are being used.
• Proficient user of finance software.

Key Skills

• Digital Printing
• Lifestyle
• Financial Management
• Financial Planning
• Tax
• Channel
• Payroll
• Auditor
• Internal Controls
• Accounting
• Financial Statements
• Audits
• Presentation Skills
• Statistics
• Renewable Energy
• GAP
• Financial Reporting
• Apparel