Senior Finance Manager

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Singapore is seeking a seasoned accounting professional to oversee day-to-day financial activities and ensure statutory compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in accounting, with an in-depth understanding of SGX listing rules and corporate governance. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft applications are essential. This role includes preparing financial reports, managing audits, and leading projects to improve business processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years accounting experience with knowledge of SGX listing rules.
• Excellent knowledge of IFRS and group consolidation.
• Written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities.
• Preparation of interim reports for SGX.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

Accounting and statutory reporting

Analytical and problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Finance or Accountancy / ACCA

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Group’s day-to-day accounting and finance activities
• Oversee and review timely and accurate group consolidation
• Preparation of the half-yearly interim report for SGX announcement purposes
• Review and analyse the Group’s financials and its subsidiaries
• Oversee treasury, taxation and corporate secretarial functions
• Managing external audit and banking relationships
• Preparation of the year-end annual report and the sustainability report
• Preparation of Board and Board Committees papers
• Preparation of SGX announcements, shareholders’ circular, and coordination of AGM/EGM
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements
• Oversee the preparation and implementation of Group Accounting policies and monitor compliance within the Group
• Review, propose revisions and ensure adherence to the Group’s Financial Policy and practices
• Overseeing annual budgetary and business planning exercises
• Provide financial leadership across the business to meet business plan targets
• Identifying areas to improve business efficiencies and reduce costs
• Provide business analysis and decision-making support, including financial analyses and modelling of “what if” scenarios
• Lead or support local and corporate projects
• Team management, including mentoring and staff development
• Keeping abreast with the latest updated accounting standards and leading in making any accounting changes necessary to comply with the new/revised accounting standards
• Handle any other ad hoc duties as directed by management

Requirements

• At least 7 years of accounting & statutory reporting experience, and is familiar with SGX listing rules and corporate governance compliance
• A recognised degree in Finance or Accountancy/ ACCA with excellent knowledge of IFRS and group consolidation matters
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to make judgments/recommendations
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, PowerPoint for data analysis and presentations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a positive work attitude
• Prior audit / listed company experience would be an advantage