You will be a Finance business partner to the Consumer Goods Business Unit with a focus on Asia, and be responsible for management reporting, analysis, performance tracking and issue management, decision support, budgeting/planning and working capital control. You will also support global/local Finance projects.

General responsibilities:

• Finance Business Partnering to the local teams
• Drive self-learning and improvement in the area of Business Controlling
• Navigate the BU performance with vast knowledge and skills on the country financial performance, its potential and remove constraints along the processes
• Working closely with Group and Local Business Unit Management teams and country finance to improve the in the aspect of business partnering, strategy, business performance and results
• Drive annual target setting process within the region.
• Establish targets together with local/regional management
• Prepare presentations and monthly and quarterly reports to Senior Management
• Analyze monthly performance based on various data sources to derive a consistent picture of current performance, key issues and action items
• Provide proactive, in-depth analysis and subsequent challenges for the region on key financial items such as working capital, profitability and cost development
• Good knowledge of the business, variance analysis, working capital management, coordination with the countries on inventory purchases and customer receivables
• Work in collaboration with Business Partners and key stakeholders to drive transformation
• Participate and drive within the region continuous improvement initiatives to streamline business and finance processes/reporting and improve efficiencies through a better utilization of automated systems (Lighthouse, MORE, PowerBI and etc.)
• Work with local finance business partners to drive consistency of analytics and reporting. Drive high quality business control support to the region

Requirements:

• Degree or professional qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years experience in a similar role, preferably with regional exposure
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong leadership skills

Interested candidates please apply/forward your resume to [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

As a Regional Finance Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing and managing financial operations within your assigned region, including consolidation responsibilities. You will be responsible for ensuring financial compliance, analyzing financial performance, providing strategic financial guidance, and overseeing the consolidation of financial data across the region. This position requires a strong understanding of finance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop and implement financial strategies to achieve regional business objectives.
• Conduct regular financial analysis and forecasting to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop budgets and financial plans for the regions

Financial Reporting and Consolidation:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Lead the consolidation of financial data from multiple entities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.

Budget Management:

• Monitor and control regional budgets, providing insights into variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Work closely with department heads to align budgetary goals with operational needs.

Risk Management:

• Identify financial risks and opportunities within the region, proposing strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Collaboration:

• Partner with other departments, including sales, operations, and supply chain, to align financial goals with overall business objectives.
• Provide financial insights and guidance to support decision-making at the regional level.

Audit and Compliance:

• Coordinate and manage external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Implement and enforce financial policies and procedures to maintain high standards of financial integrity.

Consolidation Leadership:

• Oversee the consolidation process, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data across the region.
• Collaborate with finance teams in different entities to streamline consolidation procedures.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and develop a regional finance team, providing guidance and support for professional growth.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or CPA is a plus.
• Required experience in Group Consolidation of Accounts, Analysis of Financial results
• Proven experience in a senior finance role within the distribution industry.
• ERP Implementation experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and financial analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office suite especially MS Excel (Pivot, V-Lookup) and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in ERP system ie Navision/Business Central.
• Well organized, meticulous, analytical and can work independently.
• A team player who can deliver under tight deadlines

Nanyang Business School (NBS) invites applications for the position of Senior Research Fellow (Post-doc) with Prof. Xin Chang’s research group. This position is supported by a Tier III grant to establish a Climate Transformation Programme (CTP) at NTU. As part of this programme, the Climate Finance Cluster will assess the multifaceted business risks posed by the physical impacts of climate change, narrow the protection gap, and facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy.

The Senior Research Fellow will be responsible for developing procedures to measure and price risks arising from climate change suitable for each company so that climate risk can be managed by companies and hedged by investors, and seeing this work through to publication in major research journals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use computational linguistic tools and machine learning techniques to analyze discussions on climate change in corporate social responsibility reports, conference call transcripts, and the Management Discussion and Analysis section of companies’ annual reports

• Construct a dataset that can produce a climate risk fact sheet containing essential information about various climate risk exposure (e.g., drought, flooding) of a region or a city

• Develop a new multifactor asset pricing model containing a climate risk factor, which investors can use to effectively price in climate change risk and hedge climate risk

• Handle data management and statistical analyses

• Work effectively with colleagues from across the CTP, and with local collaborators in ASEAN countries

• Mentor junior colleagues and students

• Handle writing and publication of results in peer-reviewed journals

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in statistics, computer sciences, economics, or a closely related field

• Excellent knowledge of computational linguistic tools and machine learning techniques

• Experience with data analysis with Python and STATA

• Prior experience in publishing in peer-reviewed business, economic, or scientific journals

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

• Ability to work independently to develop research in challenging environments

• Collaborative, with an interest in working with other researchers and scientists (this is a large team project) to produce high-quality and impactful research

• Interest in climate, green, or sustainable finance

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, full CV and names and contact details of three referees in one document. Enquiries about this position can be made to Nur Masturah (nurmasturah.am@ntu.edu.sg).

Review of applications will begin on 15th Jan 2024.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Financial Management

· Formulate and administer the organization's budget, ensuring fiscal stability, cost-efficiency, and long-term financial resilience.

· Meticulously oversee cash flow, prepare financial reports, and provide actionable insights to facilitate data-driven decision-making.

· Assume responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes, optimizing their efficiency.

· Manage and develop relationships with stakeholders and project participants.

· Oversee and advice on the development and implementation of the sustainability project.

· Monitor, track and analyse effectiveness of the sustainability project.

· Develop and propose carbon reduction solutions to stakeholders.

Compliance and Reporting

· Assure strict adherence to all financial regulations and statutory reporting requirements, maintaining the organization's impeccable financial standing.

· Prepare, evaluate, and submit sustainability reports, including ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) disclosures, in alignment with industry benchmarks and legal standards.

Sustainability Strategy (Fresh is welcome)

· Work with relevant stakeholders to identify potential opportunities to implement sustainability projects by assessing technical, commercial, regulatory, financial feasibility fundamentals.

· Manage and develop relationships with stakeholders and project participants.

· Oversee and advice on the development and implementation of the sustainability project.

Risk Management

· Execute a thorough assessment of financial and sustainability-related risks, conceiving and executing comprehensive risk mitigation strategies.

· Keep a vigilant eye on evolving industry trends and best practices, proactively adapting our strategies to ensure long-term sustainability and financial viability.

Stakeholder Engagement

· Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with internal and external stakeholders, actively promoting our sustainability practices and effectively communicating our financial performance.

· Foster partnerships with sustainability organizations and thought leaders to amplify our sustainability initiatives and impact.

Human Resource Engagement

· Develop and post job description

· Source candidates through online job boards, LinkedIn, employee referrals

· Screen resumes and select top candidates for interviews

· Research and recommend competitive salary and bonus structure

· Administer payroll, taxes, insurance, retirement plans and other benefits

· Submit grant applications prior to deadlines

· Provide supplementary documents as needed during grant review process

· Track status of submissions and report decisions

· Manage grant funding if awarded - compliance, reporting, impacts

Tao Li Swimming Club (TLSC) is looking for a full-time and highly effective Finance & HR Executive/Senior Executive who can take on the following key roles & responsibilities:

(1) Finance & Accounts Function

-Handling end to end process of invoicing and payments with vendors/clients

-Managing financial aspects of contractual agreements with vendors/clients

-Bookeeping for company's monthly/quarterly/yearly accounts and preparing of full set accounts and financial statements (including consolidation)

-Preparing Financial Year End closing documents for our Company Accountant

(2) HR Function

-Compilation of Monthly Work Hours for both part-time and full-time coaches/staff

-Compilation of Leave Applications and Medical Leave Submissions

-Compilation/Processing of Monthly Payroll Report

TLSC is also expanding our footprints locally to more locations and establishing new programs with our international partners. We will also provide opportunities to work take on specific projects and events outside of the above key roles & responsibilities.

We are looking for highly driven individuals who want to grow and develop professionally with our Club!

NOTE: Applicants must be able to speak Mandarin and write in Chinese Language fluently.

Finance Executive ($3,500 to $4,000 per month)

Working location: Ubi
Working hours: Mon - Fri, 8.30am to 6pm

Job Description:

• Handle AP, AR, GL including monthly accounts submission
• Perform reconciliation
• Monitor AR ageing report and follow up with the collection for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
• Monthly update of loan and creating GIRO transactions
• Update of instalment payments and make reminder calls to customers

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in Accounting & Finance or equivalent
• At least 2 years of working experience, preferably in Automobile sector
• Certification in ACCA and/or CPA will be an added advantage

We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Jonathan Tan
Consulting Manager
EA Reg No: R1545359
Recruitment Agency License No: 23C1498

Job Duties

School Fees Collection

• To update and maintain the school enrolment system
• To prepare Interbank Direct Credit Giro collection
• To monitor and follow-up on the outstanding receivables
• To coordinate with the Accounts Payable team on any refunds

Receipts

• To oversee and monitor collections from staff, parents, students etc
• To prepare bank-in slips for banking
• To enter receipts into the SAGE accounting system
• To file and record receipt vouchers

Reports

• To prepare periodic reports to the Ministry of Education
• To reconcile all fees scheme subsidies
• To prepare monthly Declaration of GEBiz Report
• To prepare reports for monthly and yearly closing
• To perform periodic update of the department’s policies and procedures
• Any other adhoc duties assigned by Reporting Officer

Job Requirements

• Minimum Diploma qualification
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience
• Experience in a school setting is an advantage
• Proficiency in SAGE and Microsoft Excel
• Good command of oral and written English
• Team player and able to work under pressure
• Immediate availability preferred