Senior Finance Manager (Fund Management Focus)

B CAPITAL GROUP SINGAPORE, PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial operations across regional offices. This role requires strong expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have a minimum of 15 years in finance, including managerial experience in Private Equity, and knowledge of local regulations. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and investment teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in finance or accounting roles, 3 years in senior finance or managerial role in Private Equity or Venture Capital.
• Familiarity with Singapore MAS and S13 tax regulations, China Corporate Law.
• In-depth understanding of private equity, venture capital, and financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and analysis of financial statements for APAC management companies.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor and optimize cash flow of regional portfolio companies.

Skills

Financial Reporting and Analysis

Budgeting and Forecasting

Cash Flow Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Process Improvement

Team Leadership

Education

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

CPA/CA preferred

Job description

Position Summary:

The firm is looking for a Senior Finance Manager with regional experience to join the Singapore-based team. The regional Senior Finance Manager will play a key role in managing the finance and operations across our regional offices, providing oversight, support and strategic insight into the global finance team. This position offers a great opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, investment teams and key stakeholders to ensure financial and operational excellence and compliance with regulatory standards in the regional offices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for APAC management companies and SPVs.
• Ensure that financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with local (Chinese Accounting Standards (CAS) , India GAAP) and international accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP, etc.).
• Prepare detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis, KPIs, and profitability metrics, to guide decision-making for both management companies and SPVs for investments.
• Manage annual audit and tax filing process for all management entities and SPVs.
• Coordinate with legal teams on fund structuring and tax planning initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage MAS reporting requirements for Singapore-based entities and familiarity with S13 exemptions.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Manage and oversee the budgeting and forecasting processes for the region, ensuring alignment with the firm’s expense policy and business objectives.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to create and maintain financial plans that support the firm’s growth and value creation goals internally and portfolio companies.
• Investment Support and Due Diligence:
• Provide support to investment team for potential investments, including financial due diligence, valuation, and scenario analysis
• Support senior investment professionals in deal structuring and financial evaluation of investment opportunities.

Cash Flow Management:

• Monitor and optimize the cash flow of regional portfolio companies, working with CFOs and global finance teams to manage liquidity and capital allocation.
• Ensure proper financial controls are in place to mitigate risk and maximize operational efficiency.
• Serve as primary liaison for banking relationships and treasury operations.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting:

• Prepare and present detailed financial reports to internal stakeholders, including the VP, Finance and senior leadership, to highlight portfolio performance and potential risks.
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal teams to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.
• Process Improvement & Team Leadership:
• Continuously review and improve financial processes, systems, and reporting mechanisms to drive operational efficiency.
• Provide leadership and be Subject Matter Expert to other cross functional staffs, ensuring development of team capabilities and fostering a collaborative working environment.
• Manage local compliance requirements including corporate governance and regulatory reporting.
• Handle ad hoc projects such as custodian or broker account opening and KYC requirements from time to time.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA/CA preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of experience in finance or accounting roles, coupled with a minimum of 3 years in a senior finance or managerial role within Private Equity or Venture Capital
• Familiarity with Singapore MAS and S13 tax regulation, China Corporate Law, AMAC regulations, and India FDI and FEMA regulations to deal with local regulators is highly preferred.
• Experience with investment evaluation, due diligence, and portfolio management.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of private equity, venture capital, or asset management principles, financial markets, and local regulations.
• Prior experience interacting with investors and limited partners or institutional fundraise a plus

The actual salary will be commensurate according to relevant experience.