Senior Manager, Finance

Seatrium Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine and energy company in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional in strategic cost management to lead cost control and governance across projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of finance experience, strong analytical skills, and a preference for those familiar with offshore and long-term construction contracts. This role emphasizes leadership and team development in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with a focus on reporting and compliance.
• Experience managing accounts of large and complex entities.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS and relevant accounting frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost control strategy and frameworks across projects.
• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets.
• Drive the preparation of management cost reports and presentations.
• Lead and develop a team of cost control professionals.
• Implement process improvements in budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Cost Control

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

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

CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

MS Excel

SAP S4 Hana

Power Query

Job description

Strategic Cost Management & Governance

Lead the overall cost control strategy, frameworks, and process to ensure effective financial oversight across projects and departments.

Establish and maintain robust cost control policies, reporting standards, and governance practices aligned with corporate finance objectives.

Partner with senior management, and finance heads to ensure budget discipline, cost transparency, and alignment with business priorities.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

Oversee the preparation, review, and consolidation of annual budgets, forecasts, and cost plans across multiple process or business units.

Ensure cost forecasts are realistic, data-driven, and supported by accurate cost‑to‑complete and variance analyses.

Provide financial insights and recommendations to management for cost optimisation and resource allocation.

Reporting & Management insights

Drive the preparation of monthly and quarterly management cost reports, dashboards, and presentations.

Communicate key financial metrics and cost performance indicators to senior leadership.

Provide decision‑support analysis for strategic initiatives, tender evaluations, and investment proposals.

Leadership & People Management

Lead, coach, and develop a team of cost control professionals, building capability in cost analytics, governance and reporting.

Promote cross‑functional collaboration with Finance, Procurement, Project Control, and Business Control teams.

Champion a culture of cost discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement across functions.

Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement

Drive enhancements to cost control systems, tools, and digital reporting platforms to improve data accuracy and timeliness.

Implement process improvements to streamline budgeting, forecasting, and variance tracking.

Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and financial regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with a strong focus on financial reporting and compliance.
• Proven experience managing accounts of large and complex entities.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and a demonstrated desire to probe deeper into data to uncover insights that reveal underlying issues.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS and other relevant accounting frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Experience in the offshore, marine or energy industries and accounting knowledge of long‑term construction contracts are highly preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel; Experience with SAP S4 Hana and Power Query is a plus.

Working Venue

Seatrium Pioneer Yard
50 Gul Road, Singapore 629351

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:15pm
Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm