Vice President - Business Finance & Cost Management | Singapore, SG | Hybrid

Gravitas Recruitment Group; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Vice President for Business Finance & Cost Management. This high-impact role will involve overseeing finance operations, managing cost optimization, and leading a finance team while collaborating across various functions to drive strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in financial reporting and operations.
• Chartered Accountant or equivalent qualification.
• Experience managing external service providers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core finance operations and lead cost optimization initiatives.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reports for senior management.
• Lead day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable and receivable.

Skills

Financial Reporting Standards (FRS)

GST compliance

Cost management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Tools

Excel

Job description

Vice President - Business Finance & Cost Management

Vice President - Business Finance & Cost Management

Gravitas Recruitment Group Singapore Apply now Posted 1 day ago Hybrid Job Permanent SGD180000 - SGD200000 per annum

Vice President - Business Finance & Cost Management

Gravitas Recruitment Group Singapore Apply now

A leading financial services group is seeking a dynamic and experienced finance professional to join its leadership team as Vice President, Finance & Cost Management. This is a high-impact role that combines operational excellence with strategic cost leadership, offering the opportunity to shape financial processes and drive efficiency across a growing organization.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will oversee core finance operations, lead cost optimization initiatives, and manage intercompany billing processes. This role is ideal for a seasoned finance leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about continuous improvement and innovation in finance.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will oversee core finance operations, lead cost optimization initiatives, and manage intercompany billing processes. This role is ideal for a seasoned finance leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about continuous improvement and innovation in finance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Operations & Reporting

• Lead day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable/receivable, GST compliance, and cash disbursements.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reports for senior management and shareholders.
• Drive finance-related projects such as system migrations and e-invoicing implementation.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support strategic initiatives and respond to ad hoc stakeholder requests.

2. Strategic Cost Management

• Act as the subject matter expert on cost management across the organization.
• Lead cost budgeting and multi-year forecasting.
• Develop and implement cost control strategies and dashboards.
• Partner with business units to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance efficiency.
• Provide financial analysis to support pricing, planning, and investment decisions.

3. Intercompany Billing & Recharges

• Oversee intercompany billing processes with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Streamline workflows and enhance transparency in intercompany transactions.

4. Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, including offshore support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Technology, Legal, and Compliance.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Accountancy with Chartered Accountant or equivalent qualification.
• 15+ years of experience in financial reporting and operations.
• Strong knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards (FRS), GST, and financial products.
• Proven experience in cost management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Familiarity with transfer pricing, cost allocation, and service company operations.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing external service providers and offshore teams.
• A proactive leader with a strong sense of ownership and a continuous improvement mindset.

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