Finance Manager

Yeo Hiap Seng (Yeo’s); California; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Yeo Hiap Seng (Yeo’s) in California seeks a senior finance leader to oversee financial management for the Group’s US operations. You will ensure accurate reporting, internal controls, and compliance with US GAAP and US tax requirements.

Responsibilities include monthly, quarterly and annual closings, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, and coordinating with Group HQ on policies, audits and intercompany activity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• CPA, CMA or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• 8–12 years of finance and accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual closing and reporting.
• Coordinate financial consolidation and intercompany reconciliations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and periodic financial reviews.
• Ensure US GAAP compliance and tax filings.
• Coordinate audits and improve processes.
• Support Group Finance alignment and ERP data maintenance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Summarize / Overview of the objective of the role

To oversee financial management, reporting, planning and internal controls for the Group's US operations. The role will ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with applicable US accounting and tax requirements, and alignment with Group finance policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting and Consolidation

• Manage monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing and reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports and financial analyses.
• Coordinate financial consolidation and intercompany reconciliations.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports to Group headquarters.

2. Budgeting and Financial Analysis

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and periodic financial reviews.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Identify financial risks, cost-saving opportunities and operational improvements.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.

3. Financial Operations and Internal Controls

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash flow management.
• Establish and maintain effective financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable US GAAP and relevant financial regulations.
• Coordinate external audits and implement process improvements.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capitalization, maintenance, and related controls.
• Assess and manage the Company's credit exposure with customers.
• Provide support to Sales and Operations.
• Maintain financial and pricing master data within ERP systems to support business operations and reporting.

4. Tax and Statutory Compliance

• Coordinate US federal, state and local tax filings with external tax advisers.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisers, banks and other external parties.
• Manage banking administration, corporate filings, board resolutions, and other corporate governance documentation as required.

5. Group Finance Coordination

• Work closely with Group Finance to align accounting policies, reporting standards and financial procedures.
• Work closely with related companies within the Group, including regional affiliates, to support financial and operational requirements.
• Support payroll administration, employee benefits administration, leave tracking, and coordination with Group HR.
• Coordinate with IT service providers and Group MIS to support business systems and operational requirements.
• Perform ad hoc assignments as required.
• Support group-wide finance initiatives, ERP enhancements and process standardization.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support strategic business decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• CPA, CMA or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• Approximately 8–12 years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, financial controls and consolidation.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and US tax compliance.
• Experience in a multinational organization and reporting to overseas headquarters preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines.