Senior Finance Manager

CU LINES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned finance professional to lead their financial strategy and management efforts. This pivotal role involves overseeing complex group consolidations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and driving improvements in financial processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in corporate finance, with a proven track record of leadership and strategic planning. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with senior leadership and make a significant impact on the organization's financial health. If you are results-driven, possess high integrity, and are ready to inspire a team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Corporate Finance or strategic planning.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and taxation principles.
• Experience in managing finance teams and developing talent.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Manage regional financial audits and compliance with regulations.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on financial insights.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Reporting

Risk Management

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Education

Masters in Finance or Accountancy

ACCA or CPA

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the VP & Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for complex group consolidation across different region, including statutory reporting, monthly financial review and closing. You will ensure accurate management reporting, budgeting, planning and forecasting activities. You will be the go-to-person and advise the country team on latest developments in financial regulatory standards and liaise with external agents on tax and audit matters. Additionally, you will be involved in driving improvement projects to optimize work flow, systems and processes.

Financial Strategy and Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the region’s business objectives.

• Lead the regional financial planning and analysis (FP&A) process, including forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning.

• Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections, cost identification, and revenue/expense analysis.

• Lead regional financial projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with global financial strategies.

Financial Management and Reporting

• Responsible of review, consolidation of financial results and communication of timely and accurate financial statements and reports for the Group in accordance with SFRS.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Manage regional financial audits and coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Manage the Group’s cash flows, providing appropriate reporting to Group CFO and Management.
• Manage the Group’s financial reporting obligations, including consolidated P&L and budgeting.
• Manage the Group’s statutory taxation obligations including preparation and lodgment.
• Where applicable, visit overseas offices to review processes and procedures (if needed).

Business Partnership and Support

• Act as a strategic partner to the regional leadership team, providing financial insights and guidance.
• Build productive working relationships with stakeholders to understand their operations and access financial needs and resource allocation.
• Facilitate financial decision-making by providing robust financial analysis and scenario modelling.

Leadership

• Leadership and management of Corporate Finance and Treasury.
• Develop, review, and monitor financial KPIs.
• Lead and guide finance department to ensure ledgers are maintained on a timely basis, are accurate and complete.
• Collaborate, design, implement and review finance systems, policies, and procedures to ensure continuous improvement and contemporary relevant practices.
• Develop talent within the finance team through coaching, training, and professional development opportunities.

Risk Management

• Identify and manage financial risks, including currency fluctuations, credit risks, and market conditions.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to protect the organization’s financial health.
• Ensure effective internal controls are in place to safeguard assets and enhance the accuracy of financial reporting.

Competencies

• Strong demonstrable background and experience of building and strengthening controls, processes and systems, compliance, financial accounting and reporting.
• Possesses high level of integrity.
• Strong leader and team builder, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Dependable, analytical, meticulous, proactive and driven.
• High level of organizational and multi-tasking skills with an ability to work well under pressure.
• High level of self-management and ability to function amidst tight deadlines.
• Other duties/ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

Personal Attributes

• Results-driven with a focus on achieving financial and strategic objectives.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Adaptable and flexible, with a willingness to embrace change and drive innovation.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Masters / Degree in Finance or Accountancy; ACCA and/or CPA is an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Corporate Finance and/or strategic planning, with demonstrated progressive professional growth, leadership, and increases in responsibilities. Prior experience as a Finance Director with a hands-on approach.
• Highly preferred candidates with prior Big 4 followed by commercial exposure.
• Demonstrated and deep experience in business case development and presentation to senior and board-level executives.
• Experience in development, implementation and maintenance of a planning process and an active role in systems implementation.
• Experience in Accounting and developing and maintaining a control environment.
• Experience in managing a team of Finance professionals and demonstrated success in mentoring their professional development and fostering teamwork.
• Highest levels of integrity, excellent communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of all the accounting and taxation principles and standards, statutory legislations and regulations locally, regionally and globally.
• Effectively bilingual in both English and Mandarin (as the position needs to frequently communicate with English/Chinese speaking associates verbally/ in writing whenever appropriate.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.