Senior Manager/Deputy Director, Finance

MINDSG LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial governance firm in Singapore is seeking a Compliance & Governance professional. This role involves overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and advising senior management on financial governance. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 8-10 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential. The position offers an opportunity to drive improvements in financial processes and governance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in accounting, audit, or financial management.
• Strong technical knowledge of FRS/IFRS and tax regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to strengthen internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.

Skills

Financial reporting

Compliance management

Audit coordination

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Professional certification (CA, CPA, ACCA)

Job description

This role (Compliance & Governance) serves as a strategic business partner to the entire organisation on all accounting, compliance, and governance matters. Reporting directly to the Director, Finance, the role holder ensures the smooth and effective running of day-to-day accounting and finance operations while maintaining a strong control and compliance environment.

This role is responsible for overseeing the integrity of financial reporting, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement in financial processes. The incumbent will also provide financial guidance to internal stakeholders, ensuring that all financial practices meet the expectations of management, regulatory authorities, and funding bodies.

This role will also lead initiatives to strengthen financial governance, enhance system controls, and improve operational efficiency in alignment with MINDS\' finance transformation roadmap.

Financial Reporting & Control

• Oversee the General Ledger, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Functions
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes. Ensure closing are timely completed with Management reports and analysis
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Develop, document, and monitor business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Suggest and oversee updates and improvements for accounting systems
• Coordinate the preparation of funding and regulatory reporting.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Coordinate internal and external audits
• Stay up to date with changes in financial regulations and advise senior management on compliance implications
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance
• Preparation of Financial Statements for audit

Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Maintain financial policies & internal controls;
• Prepare ad-hoc risk management reports for senior management as required;
• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators, including audit findings, tax accuracy, and financial reporting deadlines)

Governance & Oversight

• Provide governance oversight for financial systems and process automation initiatives;
• Ensure that financial operations adhere to organizational governance standards and financial integrity

Support to Senior Leadership & Stakeholders

• Collaborate with FP&A to align financial reporting with business performance and strategic objectives
• Provide clear and concise reports to senior management and the Board, highlighting key compliance issues, risks, and financial governance matters
• Work with senior management to ensure financial governance is tightly integrated with strategic and operational goals

Any ad-hoc duties assigned by the Reporting Officer.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CA, CPA, or ACCA will be an added advantage.

Other Information

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in accounting, audit, or financial management, with exposure to compliance and control environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of FRS/IFRS, tax regulations, and financial governance.
• Demonstrated ability to strengthen internal controls, manage audits, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Proactive, hands-on, and detail-oriented, with the ability to balance operational and governance priorities.