Senior Finance Manager (Business Partnering)

CAR TIMES AUTOMOBILE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Senior Finance Manager to oversee finance operations and drive process improvements. This role requires a strong background in financial management and leadership, ensuring compliance and fostering a performance-oriented culture. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in finance operations and a proven track record in leading transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressive finance experience with 3-4 years in leadership.
• Proven success in leading process improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily finance operations and compliance.
• Develop finance executives and foster a performance culture.
• Lead process redesign initiatives to enhance accuracy.

Skills

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Process improvement

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualifications (CPA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

ERP platforms

Financial automation tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Senior Finance Manager with deep expertise in finance operations and a passion for process improvement. In this role, you will leverage your knowledge of finance workflows to engage operational teams, identify gaps, and redesign inefficient processes to drive scalable growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Oversee daily finance operations, including showroom and workshop reporting, cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audit requirements, and local accounting standards.
• Manage month-end closing activities, audit preparations, and the preparation of annual financial statements across multiple business units.
• Analyse performance across business segments (e.g., new cars, used cars, service) and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports for internal and group stakeholders.

Leadership & Business Partnering

• Supervise and develop a team of finance executives, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Collaborate with branch heads, sales managers, and service leaders to provide financial guidance and support informed decision-making.
• Champion a data-driven approach throughout the organisation, promoting process discipline and cost awareness.
• Act as a liaison between finance and operational teams to align financial objectives with business execution.

Process Understanding & Improvement

• Partner closely with frontline teams (e.g., Sales, Aftersales, Operations) to map and assess end-to-end financial processes and identify pain points.
• Analyse and improve workflows related to invoicing, collections, costing, and stock management.
• Lead process redesign initiatives to enhance accuracy, compliance, and turnaround time across dealerships and branches.
• Collaborate with operational departments to develop, implement, and monitor improved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and reporting systems.
• Support the digitalisation of finance processes in coordination with system vendors and IT teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional qualifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 3–4 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success leading process improvement or transformation initiatives in mid- to large-sized organisations.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, internal controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with ERP platforms and financial automation tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across functions and seniority levels.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement certifications.
• Experience with change management and project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with emerging digital finance transformation trends and technologies.