Our client is an European MNC in Manufacturing and MRO Industry. Due to their current expansion plan, they are looking for a Finance Director to join their Finance Team, in hopes of developing the current high performing team. They are located in the West area – easily accessible.

Duties of Finance Director:

• Lead financial closing and analysis.
• Oversee the preparation of short- and long-term budgets, treasury functions, and management of internal and external funds to effectively manage financial planning and accounting practices.
• Establish necessary procedures and systems to maintain accurate records, ensuring adequate accounting and financial controls and services.
• Source funds through both conventional and innovative methods to support capital expenditure.
• Review financial data for accuracy and ensure timely submission of internal and external financial and statutory reports.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy or related
• At least 8 years relevant experience with regional exposure
• Experience in Manufacturing / MRO Industry is an added advantage
• Knowledge of Swiss GAAP, Singapore labour law, IFRS and Singapore Tax

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click APPLY NOW or email an updated copy of your resume/cv.

We regret that only shortlisted candidate will be notified

• Email Address: [email protected]
• EA License No: 19C9682
• EA Personnel No: R2199158
• EA Personnel Name: Soo Wei De

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

Job Responsibilities:

• Formulate financial goals, policies, and operational procedures for the company and report to the general manager and board of directors as authorized.
• Improve the organizational structure of the company's financial system, define positions, clarify responsibilities, ensure financial accounting quality, reduce operational costs, streamline information flow, and enhance work efficiency.
• Describe the company's operational goals financially, providing a basis for management decisions, regularly review and assess operational risks, and take effective preventive measures.
• Enhance the internal financial management and audit system, lead the formulation of financial strategy, manage finances, and oversee internal controls.
• Coordinate with government departments (banks, industry and commerce, taxation, statistics, and audit) to protect the company's interests.
• Review financial statements, submit analyses and management reports, participate in investment project analysis and decision-making, track financial indicators, identify operational issues, and provide decision-making support.
• Ensure the efficient operation of the company's financial system, actively organize annual operating/budget planning, including capital and regular operations.
• Based on the company's actual operations, develop effective financing strategies, utilize various financial means, and maintain an optimal capital structure.
• Complete ad-hoc tasks assigned by the board of directors and the general manager.

The Requirements:

• Legalized to work in Singapore without work/employment visa sponsorship.
• Proficient in English and Mandarin to liaise with China's stakeholder and counterpart.
• Degree in accounting/business administration or related field with 4-5 years of accounting experience.
• Familiar with Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat and other office software.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, organized, resourceful and good problem-solving abilities.
• Able to coordinate and communicate with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic atmosphere and comfortable working in a startup company.

Job Duties:

• Assists in Treasury and Disbursement functions, including payments, vendor and staff related payouts, commission and incentives payouts, banks, daily cash flow management, setting up of provisions/accruals and various reconciliations (e.g. balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations etc.)
• Ensure proper documentation of processes and controls within Treasury and Disbursement Team
• Actively look to improve the workflow and processes with a view of minimizing control weakness whilst improving efficiency and ensuring accuracy of critical outputs
• Ensure operational effectiveness and efficiency
• Support the maintenance of various systems (e.g. insurance admin system sub ledger chart of accounts; expense categories within the expense systems)

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree; preferably experience and knowledge of insurance industry and insurance accounting
• Familiarity with key financial accounting and regulatory concepts related to Treasury

Interested applicants please send your resume in MS Words format and attn it to Tan Joanna (R1104661).

Short listed candidates will be notified

www.ambition.com.sg

EA Registration Number: R1104661

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Business Registration Number: 200611680D. Licence Number: 10C5117

Job description

Business Insights/Decision Support/Communication

• Manage end-to-end supply chain accounting flow across (client's) trading entities, this includes responsive exception management to ensure reporting accuracy and control compliance.
• Partner with Global and/or Country Controlling and cross-functional teams including Tax, Customs, Supply Chain Operation teams to stand up new/changes in processes in support of product flow flexibility.
• Partner with Supply Chain Operations and/or Capability Teams in ensuring system data integrity for new/change process resolution to uphold control rigors.
• Responsible for SAP system validation on operations accounting related activities in support of business initiatives.
• Define relevant test scenarios and validate results within the set timeline. Provide inputs for informed decision on user acceptance.

Business Process Excellence

• Drive end-to-end process simplification and improvements, leveraging on automation covering Intercompany and Inventory activities and reporting.
• Responsible for building/maintaining relevant desk-top procedures in accordance with the established controls and policies.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of relevant accounting experiences, in large MNCs with Supply Chain Operations Accounting covering Inventory and Intercompany processes, controls and legal entity reporting.
• Bachelor degree in Accountancy, preferably with a Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional qualification.
• Good Knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and SOX is necessary.
• Demonstrate good operational insights to ensure reporting compliance for Inventory, Intercompany Cross-charges.
• Hands-on experiences with SAP - Demonstrate good communication and influencing skills on complex accounting requirements.
• Ability to translate business requirements into operationalization with considerations for financial risks and controls across end-to-end processest.
• Ability to collaborate and partner effectively with multi-cultural business partners and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity and move forward with aligned priorities.
• Good documentation skills with proficiency in PowerPoint and Visio. Experience with enabling tool solutions eg Blackline, Alteryx would be an added advantage.

EA Number: 11C4879

Roles & Responsibilities:-

1. Process accounts payable (AP) invoice.
2. Generate accounts receivable (AR) invoice in SAP.
3. Prepare payment voucher for AP payments.
4. Check GST and prepare GST quarterly submission.
5. Prepare monthly report (AP/AR sales and cost).
6. Internal control and process documentations.
7. Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements:-

1. Independent, meticulous and with positive attitude.
2. Accounting & Finance.
3. System knowledge such as Excel, Power BI, ERP system etc.
4. Able to commit 6 months (January to June 2024).

What we expect from you

1- At least 3 years experience as an accountant or auditor, preferable from one of the Big 4.

2- Experience with Netsuite, and preferably experience with implementation of Netsuite or other financial system

3- Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

4- BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant subjects

5- Relevant international certification (e.g. ACCA, CFA, CIMA) is preferred

What you’ll do

1- Handle day to day financial operations as needed, including payables, receivables and reimbursements, including assisting with finance team in other countries / regions

2- Work with team on monthly, quarterly and annual closings and help with management reporting and statutory reporting preparation and representation

3- Keep up to date with new accounting practices, standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practices and update finance and accounting policies

4- Assist tax team on tax planning, tax computation and tax filings

5- Step into real business operations and liaise with other teams on contract terms, product specifics, new system UAT, etc.

6- Liaise with external auditors and internal auditors on audit matters and implementation of any changes advised

7- Other ad hoc duties as and when required

This position is responsible for ensuring that the company receives payments for goods and records these transactions accordingly. A successful candidate is required to perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, recording accounts receivables’ data and resolving discrepancies.

Job Responsibilities

· Invoice matching

· Review open GRN and reconcile AP balance

· Monitor AP aging

· Process payments & payment transactions

· Follow-up with purchaser and vendors to resolve invoice issues

· Involve in stock take and sighting of scrap sales

· Prepare audit and tax schedule

· Input entry to accounting system

· Any other jobs as assigned by Superior.

Requirements

• LCCI / Diploma in Financial Accounting.
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in a manufacturing company
• Self-motivated, proactive, and possess a good working attitude.
• Strong analytical skills, meticulous, and well organized with the ability to multitask and manage conflicting/changing priorities.

Only shortlisted candidate will be notified.