Oversee the financial management, accounting and reporting in the country, including budgeting, risk management and investments. Drive the implementation of finance frameworks, policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables:

• Manage departmental operating budgets and costs according to annual allocation to ensure efficient usage of resources.
• Oversee the financial management, accounting and reporting in the country, including implementation of finance frameworks, policies and processes in accordance with local/international accounting standards.
• Strategically plan and monitor the annual financial budget, capital expenditures, liquidity, funding, etc. to ensure optimal working capital and minimization of financial risks.
• Monitor financial performance against strategic goals by providing financial forecasts, reviews and analyses.
• Address forecast deviations and potential financial challenges (e.g. cash flows, debt levels, etc.)
• Oversee the implementation of risk management, compliance, limits of authority and internal control practices to ensure safeguarding of cash and physical assets and minimizing financial liabilities.
• Ensure corporate directives on limits of authority, budgeted costs and cost control initiatives are implemented and adhered to.
• Formulate investment strategies, hedging policies and cash management practices (including optimal transaction banking infrastructure) to maximize yields, cost savings and efficiencies.
• Drive continuous improvements in accounting, reporting and internal control processes/systems to improve value given to stakeholders.
• Partner with and support the Country Senior Leadership Team on all matters related to finance, corporate initiatives/projects and cross-Business Unit activities.
• Present the consolidated financial reports and analyses to key stakeholders for decision making, with recommendations on accounting treatment.
• Manage annual target setting process within local business.
• Ensure implementation of global templates, coordinate timetable for reviews, consolidate plans and prepare annual budget presentation.
• Monitor and provide analysis on country monthly performance based on various data sources to derive a consistent picture of current performance, key issues, and action items.
• Manage local business continuous improvement initiatives to streamline Business Unit controlling processes/reporting and improve efficiencies through a better utilization of automated systems.
• Drive high quality business control support to the country.
• Manage all local internal interactions across Business Units/Functions on matters related to business controlling to ensure timely understanding of financial performance and adequate management of any financial issues.
• Prepare the necessary financial information to support country on contractual negotiations, client/customer profitability analysis, internal and external presentations, issues tracking and management, investments, and other key developments.
• Prepare in-depth analyses and commentaries to facilitate discussions on key financial items such as advertising and promotion spend, working capital utilization and cost development.
• Prepare and present country monthly operations review.
• Drive consistency of analytics and reporting

Leadership:

• Drive and lead diversity and an inclusive culture, where people feel safe and empowered.
• Create and encourage a delivery-focused organization.
• Develop team members by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships.
• Communicate, lead and oversee delivery of team/function goals.
• Drive Smollan Values and Culture in the organization.
• Drive self-learning and improvement in responsibility area and Smollan Values as part of continuous learning.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and KSA:

• Degree or professional qualification in Accounting/Finance or a related discipline
• CPA/CA preferred.
• At least 6 years’ relevant experience, with minimum 3 years’ management experience
• Relevant exposure to local and global retail environment and a proven track record of managing people, operations, and clients.
• Proven hands-on experience in SAGE accounting applications is an advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge and application of local accounting standards, principles and practices.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of the business and industry.
• Broad understanding of local business operating models
• High levels of integrity and dependability
• Demonstrate strong analytical and forecasting skills.
• Proven leadership ability
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and multiple levels.
• Good communication and influencing skills with diplomacy in communicating intended messages in a manner that is respectful and positively received.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Excellent proficiency in office productivity tools (e.g. Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Job Description & Requirements

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Controller to join our team. The ideal candidate must be fluent in Chinese to communicate with our Mandarin speaking colleagues and employer. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in senior finance management in the top-tier hotels.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the financial operations of the company.

Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with different departments to support financial decision-making.

Provide strategic financial advice to senior management.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Fluent in Chinese (written and spoken) is a must to communicate with our Mandarin speaking colleagues and employer.

Experience in the hotel industry is a strong advantage.

CA, ACCA, CPA qualification is preferred.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

New Life Community Services is a not-for-profit social service agency that seeks to bring hope and purpose to children, youths, and seniors so that they go on to create a positive impact in the community and society.

The Finance Executive will be responsible for managing and maintaining the organization’s financial operations across various finance functions. This position includes handling accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, financial reporting, bank reconciliations, grants management, assisting with budgeting, audit support, and fixed asset accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and employee expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare electronic payments and cheques for suppliers.
• Reconcile fees, income, and perform bank reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Assist in payroll processing, month-end closing, and journal entries.
• Prepare financial reports and assist with budgeting and variance analysis.
• Monitor grant funding and ensure compliance with agreements.
• Liaise with external auditors and support audits.
• Contribute to process improvements and financial system integration.
• Provide ad hoc support to the finance team.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a finance or accounting role. Experience in the non-profit sector or grant management is an advantage.
• Digital Competency (e.g., MS365 applications, ERP, etc.)
• Attention to detail with good time management skills.
• Able to work independently and as a team player and willing to learn.

Reporting & Operation

- Lead the finance team and manage financial cycles, providing leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team, oversee the financial management, accounting and reporting matters;

- Establish business control over financial processes and complying with corporate policies, Financial Reporting Standards, legal, statutory and tax requirements, ensure compliance with SGX Mainboard listed rules;

- Proactively communicate with operating team, understand the work-in-progress, analyse the operating costs incurred, propose ideas to optimize cost saving and productivity;

- Work closely with joint venture stakeholders, regularly track the business and returns from joint venture;

- Control the progress and review the quarterly and annual consolidated accounts and variance analysis for submission to SGX;

- Presentation of quarterly / annual results, business progress to Audit Committee & Board of Directors;

- Highlight financial / operational variances and recommend action plan to CEO / peer managers;

- Involved in managing cross-functional project, put in place of accounting policies;

- Guide staff for preparation of annual quarterly budget and drive control of variances for whole group;

- Contacting person with auditors, company secretary, share registrar, public relationship company for annual audit planning, annual report printing and arrangement of annual general meeting (“AGM”);

- Liaise with lawyers and company secretaries, review resolution, (banking) legal documents, agreements, contracts, acquisition of new subsidiary and properties;

- Co-ordinate and work closely with corporate advisors for sustainability reports and any ad hoc reporting required by SGX or statutory board;

- Participate in operational action plan, spearheading the finance related projects, e.g. system digitalisaiton and implementation of ERP

- Ad hoc assignment from the Director(s) / Board of Directors

Treasury

- Review debts collections and payment to suppliers / subcontractors;

- Negotiate and work closely with banks for borrowing, interest rate, performance bond, banker guarantee, corporate guarantee, project financing, responsible for annual review from each bank;

- Cashflow projection and fund management, improve working capital management and facilitate business growth

Planning & Leadership

- Train up, influence and improve finance team, prioritize the tasks and direct the assignment

- Put in place of system and internal control procedures, evaluate the organization structure and reporting lines

- Regular discussion with CEO to evolve strategies, advise and align on long-term business and financial planning in line with corporation vision;

- Provide commercial insight and leadership across the business and risk management;

- Establish and develop relations with senior management, external partners and stakeholders;

- Review all formal finance, HR and IT related procedures.

Qualification of Chief Finance Officer

- An MBA or CPA is also highly desirable;

- At least 10 years' experience in the finance industry and proven leadership and management experience is essential – with examples of when they have demonstrated excellence in the workplace;

- Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the executive presence to work with senior management, investors and external stakeholders.

- Able to engage with staff at all levels of the organisation and exercise sound judgement.

- Strong business and leadership acumen.

- Able to make decisions and proactive.

- Team player.