VP, Finance and Risk & Governance

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB); Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Asia is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee real estate finance operations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and over 10 years of finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role. Responsibilities include leading AP/AR processes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and preparing detailed financial reports. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills and offers the opportunity to support key strategic projects within the bank.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in real estate finance, including property accounting and investment analysis.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and risk management in the real estate sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead AP/AR processes focusing on real estate transactions.
• Monitor loan drawdowns and interest payments related to property investments.
• Prepare financial reports including balance sheets and cash flow statements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Accuracy standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Real estate financial systems

Asset management tools

Property lifecycle reporting

Job description

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values - Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

Financial Management

• Lead AP/AR processes with a focus on real estate transactions and vendor management.
• Monitor loan drawdowns, interest payments, and capital injections related to property development and investment.
• Prepare and analyze budgets, forecasts, and financial trends specific to real estate assets and projects.

Compliance & Risk Oversight

• Ensure compliance with VAT, WHT, CIT, and other financial regulations relevant to property operations.
• Coordinate with country teams on SLA adherence, operational risk, and audit readiness for real estate entities.
• Lead internal and external audits, including property-related financial reviews and assurance processes.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prepare and distribute financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements for real estate holdings.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., asset management, leasing, development) and external partners (e.g., banks, auditors) to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Administrative Leadership

• Supervise onboarding/offboarding, IT coordination, and fixed asset stock take, including property and equipment inventories.

Strategic Projects

• Support ad-hoc initiatives such as real estate data analysis, market research, and process improvements.

Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in real estate finance, including property accounting, investment analysis, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and risk management in the real estate sector.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Required Skills

• Detail-oriented with high accuracy standards.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities.
• Familiarity with real estate financial systems, asset management tools, and property lifecycle reporting.

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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