STE12034702 Senior Finance Manager (High Tech Manufacturing)

ROBERT HALF INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 129,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A global high-tech manufacturing firm in Singapore seeks a Senior Finance Manager to lead financial controllership and reporting functions, with a focus on FP&A for R&D and SG&A operating costs. You will manage a team of 15 finance professionals and ensure compliance with US GAAP while driving improvements in financial processes. The ideal candidate will have 10-12 years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across regions. Proficiency in Mandarin is essential for liaising with operations in China.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Leadership opportunities

Impactful finance initiatives

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of controllership experience, including financial reporting, compliance, and FP&A.
• Experience managing a team of 10 or more.
• Familiarity with matrix organizations and complex business models.

Responsibilities

• Manage the financial reporting team for month-end close and US GAAP reporting.
• Oversee management accounting and compliance with corporate policies.
• Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives in finance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

FP&A

Influencing Stakeholders

Solutions-oriented

Proficiency in Mandarin

Education

Degree in Accountancy or ACCA

CPA/CA qualification

Job description

The Company

Our client is a global leader in the high-tech manufacturing industry, renowned for innovation and operational excellence. They are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager to lead financial controllership and reporting functions while providing strategic support in FP&A for R&D and SG&A operating costs.

The Role

In this leadership role, you will manage a team of 15 finance professionals across Singapore and Malaysia, overseeing the full spectrum of financial controllership including US GAAP compliance, month‑end close, and corporate reporting. While the primary focus will be on financial reporting and controllership, you will also support FP&A activities related to R&D and SG&A costs. This position requires strong collaboration with regional teams and manufacturing operations in China.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the financial reporting team to ensure timely and accurate month‑end close and US GAAP reporting.
• Oversee management accounting, internal controls, and compliance with corporate policies.
• Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives across finance and operational workflows.
• Support FP&A activities for R&D and SG&A operating costs, including budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Partner with business and operations leaders to provide financial insights for strategic decision‑making.
• Liaise with China‑based operations teams and global finance stakeholders to ensure alignment and accuracy.
• Coach and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Your Profile

As the successful candidate, you will possess a degree in Accountancy or ACCA with the following relevant experience:

• CPA/CA qualification (or equivalent).
• At least 10–12 years of all-rounded controllership experience, including financial reporting, compliance, and FP&A.
• Exposure to inventory‑based businesses and familiarity with matrix organizations and complex business models.
• Proven leadership experience; ideally experience in managing team of 10 or more.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across regions.
• Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) to liaise with China operations and review documentation.
• Hands‑on, meticulous, and solutions‑oriented with a strong sense of ownership.
• Prior experience in high‑tech manufacturing or similar industries is highly advantageous.

Join the team

• Strategic leadership role in a global high‑tech manufacturing leader.
• Opportunity to manage a large regional team and drive impactful finance initiatives.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Apply Today

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