Senior Specialist / Assistant Manager - Finance

Pharmagend Global Medical Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider in Singapore seeks a finance professional to oversee financial reporting, compliance, and operations. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Accounting or Finance and have significant experience in finance roles, particularly in manufacturing. Solid SAP S4 Hana knowledge and strong communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of finance experience, including at least 3 in manufacturing.
• Hands-on expertise in month-end closing and GST compliance.
• Strong communication skills to present to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and ensure timely month-end closing.
• Oversee daily finance operations including AP, AR, and cash flow management.
• Manage GST and withholding tax filing compliance.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

SAP S4 Hana

Audit experience

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

CA/CPA/ACCA/Chartered Accountant

Tools

SAP S4 Hana

Job description

A. Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Prepare the full set of monthly management accounts and ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare and review statutory financial statements in compliance with IFRS/SFRS.
• Provide accurate financial reporting inputs for management, auditors, and regulators.

B. Finance Operations

• Oversee daily finance operations, including AP, AR, GL postings, bank reconciliations, vendor payments, and cash flow management.
• Review and approve purchase orders (POs) and supplier/vendor payments in line with company policies and authority limits.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and support treasury operations, ensuring liquidity and financial stability.

C. Tax & Compliance

• In charge of GST and withholding tax filing, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Coordinate with auditors and tax agents for statutory audits, corporate tax filings, and compliance reviews.
• Maintain robust internal controls and financial SOPs to support GMP compliance in manufacturing.

D. Systems & Process Enhancement

• Support SAP finance system enhancement and optimization: ensure clean master data, review finance-related changes for compliance, and collaborate with consultants and cross-functional teams to improve workflows and reporting.
• Drive process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in finance operations.

E. Collaboration & Business Partnering

• Work closely with FP&A team and operations teams to provide accurate finance inputs for costing, reporting, and decision-making.
• Align finance operations with the company’s strategic.

F. Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor finance staff for AP, AR, inventory control and assets management.
• Ensure timely execution of team responsibilities and promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

G. Ad-Hoc Projects

• Support ad-hoc tasks and projects assigned from time to time, including system rollouts, incentive applications, contract reviews, financing projects, or other strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting/Finance; CA/CPA/ACCA/Chartered Accountant preferred.
• Minimum 8-10 years of finance experience, including at least 3 years in manufacturing (pharma/life sciences strongly preferred).
• Hands-on expertise in month-end closing, preparation of management accounts, GST filing, and withholding tax compliance.
• Strong experience in audit/tax compliance, working capital, and supplier payment approval processes.
• Solid knowledge of SAP S4 Hana (particularly FICO modules), with proven involvement in system implementation, enhancements and optimization initiatives.
• High integrity, analytical mindset, and ability to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and present to senior stakeholders.

Core Competencies

• Hands-on financial execution and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, compliance, and controls
• Process improvement and SAP system enhancement skills
• Ability to balance operational execution with leadership responsibilities
• Business partnering and cross-functional collaboration
• Integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement mindset