The posting
Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the daily operations of the Finance Department, managing a team of accounting and finance personnel across Singapore and Malaysia.
- Supervise the complete accounting cycle, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, fixed assets, bank reconciliations and month-end closing activities.
- Review monthly financial statements, management reports and financial performance to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- Manage annual budget preparation, financial projections and periodic forecasts to support business planning and management decisions.
- Evaluate business performance, operating costs, revenue trends and profit margins, identifying opportunities to improve profitability and cost efficiency.
- Oversee cash flow planning, working capital requirements, banking arrangements and treasury-related activities.
- Provide financial analysis, business insights and recommendations to senior management to support commercial and operational decisions.
- Ensure compliance with Singapore accounting standards, taxation requirements, GST regulations and relevant statutory obligations.
- Coordinate external audits, corporate tax matters, regulatory submissions and financial reporting requirements.
- Review and enhance financial controls, accounting procedures and internal policies to strengthen governance and minimise financial risks.
- Partner with operational departments and management to monitor expenditure, optimise resource allocation and improve financial performance.
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, strengthen reporting processes and improve efficiency through system enhancements and automation.
- Liaise with auditors, financial institutions, tax advisers and other external stakeholders on financial and accounting matters.
- Support corporate governance, compliance documentation, sustainability reporting and other relevant business requirements.
- Coach, guide and develop finance team members while ensuring effective delegation, accountability and timely completion of deliverables.
- Participate in financial improvement initiatives, business expansion activities and other projects assigned by management.
Job Requirements
- Degree in Accountancy, Finance or a related discipline, with Chartered Accountant (Singapore) qualification and ISCA membership.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance and auditing, including at least 3 years of audit experience and 3 years in a finance managerial capacity.
- Strong background in full-spectrum accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, taxation and cash flow management.
- Proven experience supervising and developing accounting or finance teams.
- Good understanding of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), GST, corporate taxation and statutory compliance requirements.
- Strong financial analytical skills with the ability to interpret business performance and provide practical recommendations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Jet Reports will be advantageous.
- Prior experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain or other operationally intensive industries will be an added advantage.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented, commercially minded and capable of managing multiple deadlines independently.
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