Finance Manager

CVista HR Consulting Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm is seeking a Finance Manager in Singapore to oversee finance operations across the SEA region, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. The ideal candidate must have at least 10 years of experience in accounting and finance, preferably within manufacturing or logistics, and possess strong leadership skills to mentor a team. The role involves driving process improvements and maintaining internal controls. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Accounting and Finance.
• Preferably experience in Manufacturing or Logistics.
• At least 3 years leading a team.
• Familiarity with tax and regulatory requirements in Malaysia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage finance operations across the SEA region.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare and submit statutory accounts.
• Lead, develop and mentor the accounting team.
• Review and improve finance workflows.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Proactive mindset

Attention to detail

Advanced MS Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional Accounting Qualification (ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee and manage the finance operations (Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables and General Ledger) across the SEA region (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand)
2. Deliver and ensure timely and accurate month end and year end close
3. Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements, reports and analyses
4. Overseethe preparation and submission of statutory accounts
5. Act as the primary Finance liaison for all sites in SEA
6. Lead, develop and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
7. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, regulatory requirements and internal policies
8. Review, implement and improve Finance workflows to strengthen internal controls and compliance
9. Drive standardisation, automation and improvements in financial processes and controls to enhance efficiencies
10. Oversee tax and regulatory filings, working closely with the tax agents and local authorities to manage compliance and audit processes
11. Liaise and coordinate with external auditors to support audits and ensure timely submission of statutory financial statements and filings
12. Any other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Professional Accounting Qualification (ACCA, CIMA)
• At least 10 years of experience in Accounting and Finance, preferably in Manufacturing or Logistics, with at least 3 years in leading a team
• Experience with managing manufacturing sites in Malaysia and familiarity with tax and regulatory requirements in Malaysia will be highly preferred
• Experience with process optimization/improvements will be advantageous

• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, hands-on with a mindset geared towards transformation, standardization, automation and efficiency
• Attention to details and technical expertise in accounting are essential
• Strong team player
• Advanced MS Excel skills

Qualified or interested candidates, please submit your updated resume in MS format by using the Apply Now Button or email to irene.lee(at)cvistahr.com

Candidates are also encouraged to contact our office where our approachable Consultants will address any inquiries and advise you with relation to this job advertisement. Our dedicated HR Consultants will get in touch with shortlisted candidates for a confidential discussion.

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