JOB DESIGNATION: Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager

Relationship: Accounting, Finance Team, Admin Support, Human Resource

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Antz Capital is a boutique corporate advisory firm that partners entrepreneurs, industry leaders and financial industry leaders to assist Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to achieve their growth aspirations. In particular, our strength is in accelerating the business expansion plans of medium-sized companies as we provide high value advise on capital markets, Initial Public Offering (IPO) in local and overseas exchanges Mergers & Acquisitions (M&As), corporate restructuring, private equity and more.

Management Consulting & Corporate Advisory – From management consulting to corporate advisory, we work hand-in-hand with entrepreneurs on business transformation and corporate strategy so as to attract investors, business partnerships and talents.

Sell-side Advisory – We support entrepreneurs in investor-matching opportunities from angel investors to institutional funders, venture capitalists and investment bankers.

Buy-side Investment – We focus on investing our resources and expertise in selected businesses. As such, the chosen entrepreneurs are guided, mentored, coached and trained to grow from entrepreneurs to investors. We also have an investor club where selected projects are shown to buy-side UHNWs, funds, family offices and others.

CRITERIONS

• Passionate in helping SMEs
• Financial Accounting - Maintain accurate financial accounts and records for all business entities with supporting documentation. This also includes review of monthly group consolidation, compliance including but not limited to taxation;
• Financial Planning and Analysis - Providing business insights by preparing financial reports to roll out individual budgets;
• Policies and Procedures - Assist in formalizing and implementation on all the current and new policies and procedures with finance relevant;
• Independent and entrepreneurial - Show the ability to work with minimal direction in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment;
• Finance controllership – Enhance on process, compliance, governance and Opex;
• Mentorship – Provide guidance to develop our existing finance team.
• Good time-management skills
• Team player

COMPETENCIES

• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA or CPA is a highly desirable
• At least 5 years’ experience in the finance industry and proven experience in listed company as CFO, financial controller, or relevant role
• Preferably have experience to walk through the listing of a company / IPO process before
• In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
• Ability to strategize and solve problems
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the executive presence to work with senior management, investors and external stakeholders.
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. Xero)
• Strong sense of work commitment and responsibility.
• CPA/ CA is a strong advantage
• Able to communicate in Chinese language to coordinate and handle queries from Chinese speaking counterparts in regards with the development of market content matters
• Ability to work independently and a high performance-orientation
• Able to work under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Objective and task oriented

CHARACTER

● Can Do + Relentless + Never Give Up

● Self-Motivated + Energetic

● Resourceful + Creative

● Relish challenges + Open-minded

● People person + Relationship builder

● Fast + Empathy skill

● Discipline + Structured

CREDENTIALS

● Proven Grade A Employee

● Tertiary certificate (preferred), welcome aspirers who have strong experience and track record with no tertiary certificate

CAREER

● Promotion pathway; Senior Management of a listed company

● Acquire Skills; Management, Leadership, Mentorship

● Acquire Know-how; Business Model (Scalable & Sustainable)

● As Capital Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship environment & development

Interested candidates do send us your resume via WhatsApp or Telegram to 87141919 or email to [email protected]

Able to start immediately will be an advantage

We apologize that we will only respond to shortlisted candidates.

Thank you for applying.

COMPANY

PIF Capital is a boutique consultancy firm dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses worldwide fast-track their business growth using capital mechanisms. With over a decade of experience, we have engaged with numerous SMEs, enabling us to identify common challenges and pain points. This wealth of knowledge allows us to tailor our programs specifically to guide and mentor aspiring SMEs, preparing them for their transformative journey towards Capital Entrepreneurship.

We are expanding rapidly regionally and we look forward to having additional aspiring marketing personnel to be part of our growing strong team!

CRITERIONS

• Drive the company’s financial planning
• Perform risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments
• Decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks
• Control and evaluate the organization’s fundraising plans and capital structure
• Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations
• Supervise all finance personnel (controllers, treasurers etc.)
• Manage vendor relationships
• Excellent computer skills on MS Office
• Ability to multi-task
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Good time-management skills
• Passionate in helping SMEs
• Team player

COMPETENCIES

• At least 5 years’ experience in the finance industry and proven experience or relevant role
• Preferably have experience to walk through the listing of a company / IPO process before
• In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
• Ability to strategize and solve problems
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the executive presence to work with senior management , investors and external stakeholders.
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. Xero)
• Strong sense of work commitment and responsibility.
• CPA/ CA is a strong advantage
• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA or CPA is a highly desirable
• Able to communicate in Chinese language to coordinate and handle queries from Chinese speaking counterparts in regards with the development of market content matters
• Ability to work independently and a high performance-orientation
• Able to work under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Objective and task oriented

CHARACTER

● Can Do + Relentless + Never Give Up

● Self-Motivated + Energetic

● Resourceful + Creative

● Relish challenges + Open-minded

● People person + Relationship builder

● Fast + Empathy skill

● Discipline + Structured

CREDENTIALS

● Proven Grade A Employee

● Tertiary certificate (preferred), welcome aspirers who have strong experience and track record with no tertiary certificate

CAREER

● Promotion pathway; Senior Management of a listed company

● Acquire Skills; Management, Leadership, Mentorship

● Acquire Know-how; Business Model (Scalable & Sustainable)

● As Capital Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship environment & development

Interested candidates do send us your resume via WhatsApp or Telegram to 87141919 or email to [email protected]

Able to start immediately will be an advantage

We apologize that we will only respond to shortlisted candidates.

Thank you for applying.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounting

· Smooth running of the Finance department, including book-keeping, financial administration and procurement functions

· Maintenance of full and accurate set of accounts, preparation of management, statutory and other reports as required by the Board and Management, or pursuant to applicable regulations

· Ensure that accounts and financial reports are in compliance with applicable accounting standards and guidelines, and internal standards and operating procedures

· Maintenance of all financial records

· Ensure that material assets of the Company are accounted for and properly safeguarded

Working Capital and Cash-Flow Management

· Proper management of receivables, payables and inventories

· Proper recording of donations, grants and sponsorships

· Monitoring cash-flow and ensuring adequate cash for current operations and expenses

Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

· Assisting the CEO in the formulation of the Company’s Annual Operating Budgets / Plans and Strategic Plans

· Preparation of P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash-Flow forecasts and estimates, and updating the same with the latest information / developments

· Presenting such plans, budgets, forecasts and estimates to the Board and Management for approval

· Reconciling significant variances vs budgets or plans, comparing vs previous years, and highlighting significant variances and critical issues to the Treasurer, Audit Subcommittee and Exco

Corporate Governance

· Ensuring compliance with the Charities Act, Charities (IPC) Regulations, Societies Act, Code of Governance for Charities & IPCs, Charities Transparency Framework and any other applicable laws, regulations, notices or guidelines

· Timely compliance with all filing and reporting obligations under applicable laws and regulations, including filing of its Annual Returns and Governance Evaluation Checklist

· Ensuring that the Company’s programmes and activities are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including ensuring the validity of all applicable licenses and permits.

· Dealing and communicating effectively with governmental and other authorities, statutory bodies and sector administrators

· Assist the Company with compliance with Personal Data Protection Act as well as other policies introduced by Charities Council or other government authorities from time to time

· Preparation of Minutes for Board Meetings

· Administration of the Annual General Meeting, including preparing Minutes of Meeting, sending out the Notice of AGM and accounting for Quorum.

Internal Controls

· Assist t with compliance with Personal Data Protection Act as well as other policies introduced by Charities Council or other government authorities from time to timepolicies and procedures

· Reporting to the Audit Committee and liaising with the Company’s external auditors and other parties conducing any examinations, investigations and similar processes, in a prompt, transparent and professional manner

Insurance etc.

· Ensuring adequate insurance coverage (i.e. all-risks insurance) in respect of the Company’s premises, Board and staff

· Assisting the CEO in liaising with the Landlord or Head Lessor on lease-related matters

Counterparty Monitoring

· Provide Support with on review of contracts, agreements and MOUs entered into by the Company, having regard to all financial obligations owed by the Company or owing to the Company

Fundraising Monitoring

Provide support with respect to:

· Administering cash collection processes (e.g. cash-over-counter; donation boxes; pledge bags and street collections), including ensuring that the Company’s KYC and AML processes are complied with (where applicable)

· Ensuring donor information confidentiality and ensuring compliance with all donor requests with respect to specific use of funds (to the extent approved by the CEO and Board)

· Monitoring and following up on donation pledges or commitments, and collections from fundraising activities (including by way of maintaining a catalogue of fundraising MOUs)

· Monitoring compliance with Collection of donor information Maintaining a register of all contracts, agreements and MOUs entered into by the Company, and monitoring all obligations owed by the Company or owing to the Company, including monitoring and following up on donation pledges or commitments, and collections from fundraising activities

General Matters

· Support the CEO and colleagues, when called upon, to ensure success of the Company’s events and activities

· Perform any other duties tasked by the CEO for the benefit of the Company.

Qualification & Experience

- Accountancy degree with a minimum of 6 years experience in accounting for IPC/charity organisations

- Hands-on and good team player

- Ability to handle and manage the Board

• Manage day-to-day finance operations including marketplace transactions, inventory management, treasury, etc. Ensure that SLA requirements are met.
• Perform timely and accurate month-end closing of Carro’s SG marketplace business.
• Provide month-end, year to date and full year profitability and trend analysis, particularly around revenue, working capital.
• Review monthly balance sheet ledgers to ensure balances are reconciled, substantiated with supporting documents, and in compliance with Group and local finance policies.
• Liaise with external auditors to provide supporting workings and documents during year end audit fieldwork. Manage audits to ensure timely completion.
• Advise on control and process improvements for optimization of routine tasks.
• Manage accurate and timely tax returns of the entity with basic support from tax advisors.
• Provide support on ad-hoc finance special projects / transformation work, where necessary.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, internal and external stakeholders to support business-led initiatives and projects, where relevant.

Requirements

What you will need:

• Bachelor Degree or higher in finance or accountancy, with at least 4 – 6 years of working experience in financial and/or management accounting. Candidates with relevant CPA qualification would have an advantage.
• Prior experience in a Big Four / mid-tier accounting firm or large tech companies would be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, particularly around revenue recognition, inventory valuation, finance leases, loan financing, and related party transactions.
• Prior experience in designing and implementing financial controls. Knowledge in SOX controls is a plus.
• Hands on approach, attention to detail and able to meet deadlines. Strong written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong business, commercial and financial acumen, particularly in the tech sector, with demonstrable analytical and thinking skills.
• Independent self-starter with a penchant for problem-solving with a structured and hands on approach to scoping and crafting detailed solutions to these problems.
• Proficient in using MS Office Suite and G Suite. Familiarity with Netsuite ERP software, and analytical tools such as Tableau, would be an advantage.