Senior Manager, Finance

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A major real estate investment firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to oversee finance operations, including budgeting, compliance, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of experience in finance, with a strong background in the real estate or REIT industry, and demonstrates excellent leadership and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 4 years in the real estate or REIT industry.
• Strong understanding of REIT regulations and financial structures.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and analysis of consolidated financial statements.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics for properties and funds.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Compliance

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (CPA preferred)

Job description

Our client is a leading industrial Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) listed on SGX with a portfolio of more than 20 properties in Singapore and a market capitalization of more than S$1 billion. They are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager to lead key functions within their REIT operations. This role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and oversee the whole finance spectrum including REIT’s taxation, compliance and corporate secretarial matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and analysis of consolidated financial statements in accordance with SFRS and REIT-specific reporting requirements.

• Review Group consolidated financial statements and subsidiaries monthly close.

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning across the real estate portfolio.

• Review cash flow projections, journals and key reviewer for AR and AP function.

• Maintain compliance with internal SOPs and Delegation of Authority.

• Monitor and analyze performance metrics for properties, funds, and investment vehicles to support decision-making.

• Work with internal team members to understand risks areas for the REIT and maintain risk register for the REIT.

• Manage quarterly earnings releases, presentations, and reports.

• Ensure compliance with SGX listing requirement, MAS requirements, REIT tax, GST

• Work closely with external / internal auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel to ensure accurate reporting and regulatory adherence.

• Lead a team of finance professionals; mentor junior staff and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

• Contribute to debt and equity capital raising initiatives

• Assist in corporate secretarial matters

• Assist in other adhoc matters (eg sustainability reporting)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (CPA preferred).

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 4 years in the real estate or REIT industry.

• Strong understanding of REIT regulations, financial structures.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

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Kindly note that all applications are strictly confidential and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.