Looking for an accounting manager for a globally growing retail company!

【Job Role】
As the head of the accounting department, will be responsible for managing several subordinates.

【Requirements】

• Experience in accounting audits, tax calculations, and GST/CIT declarations
• Sufficient knowledge/experience in general accounting, FP&A, and cost accounting
• Business level English is essential (necessary for internal and external communication)
• Business level Japanese (preferred, even better if you can use it for internal communication)
  

【Others】

• Salary: Around S$5,000 to S$6,500 + AWS + performance bonus (depending on company and individual performance)*Salary is negotiable if you are hired as a Senior Manager based on your experience.
• Number of : Starts on 10 days
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (expected to be at work every day)

If you are interested in this role, please click on Apply Now or alternatively, email your updated resume with your availability and expected salary ton naoko.ishii@jac-recruitment.com

I regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by JAC consultants, thank you for your understanding.

JAC Recruitment Pte. Ltd.

1 Raffles Place #42-01, One Raffles Place, Tower 1, Singapore 048616

Tel: 6323 4779 / 6411 0335 Name: Natsumi Sugimoto

EA Personnel Registration Number: R24122374

About the Role:

• Manage and support the overall financial reporting and financial closing in compliance with US GAAP, FRS, and Group reporting requirements, and financial analysis for various entities.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Analyze P&L variances month-over-month, perform Balance Sheet reconciliation, and provide advice on appropriate corrective measures and treatment.
• Actively support month-end closing activities to ensure accurate and timely revenue and cost recognition. Review and highlight any variances to the business prior to monthly and annual closing.
• Review accrued revenue aging, deferred revenue, and costs with the Head of Business for accurate financial reporting in conjunction with the revenue team and FP&A.
• Enhance internal controls and compliance according to corporate and financial policies.
• Provide advisory on accounting treatments and operationalization of contracts under new accounting standards. Support business units and delivery teams by providing interpretative guidance on contract/project financial management to determine relevant requirements for contract structures setup and cost/revenue recognition per accounting standards.
• Provide and implement frameworks, guidelines, and policies in accordance with GAAP/accounting standards, with regular updates to reflect business requirements and SOX compliance.
• Support and maintain SOX processes throughout the organization, ensuring SOX compliance and taking remediation actions in a timely manner.
• Prepare year-end statutory financial statements in accordance with Singapore laws and FRS.
• Review statutory financial statements for SEA entities and clients’ accounts.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, risk and compliance teams, and take responsibility for coordinating the audit of annual accounts, ensuring the financial statements are “clean” and represent a true and fair view.
• Conduct in-house training related to updates on new accounting standards and corporate policies.
• Review and support the revenue team and business units in revenue recognition documentation, educating stakeholders on revenue recognition guidelines and relevant compliance policies.
• Act as a business partner to the Singapore and regional teams, providing financial insights and support to drive strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with various departments to align financial goals with business objectives and ensure effective financial management across the organization.
• Drive change management for efficiencies in processes within the Finance organization and lead process improvements and systems enhancements related to project financials.
• Support the Annual Operating Plan process.
• Undertake other projects/assignments as assigned.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Finance and qualified chartered accountant.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in accounting and audit, including experience in a Big 4 firm and a commercial environment.
• Proficiency and strong understanding of US GAAP and Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS).
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Knowledge of integrated financial and accounting reporting systems/business enterprise systems eg Workday, Yardi, JD Edwards
• Experience in dealing with internal and external financial and regulatory audits.
• Experience in managing international subsidiaries.
• Proven ability to effectively and positively interact cross-functionally.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize to ensure deadlines are met.
• Highly adaptable and resilient, thriving on changes and challenges.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Hands-on and a can-do attitude.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the ability to contribute in meetings and be well-versed in business processes and issues.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

GENERAL OVERVIEW

The candidate shall be involved in managing and coordinating Risk Management and Insurance activities for the Company, as well as the Delegation of Authority within the organization. The candidate will also be involved in liaising with external consultants for Internal Audit and Fraud Risk Assessment.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Risk Management

• Manage and apply the Risk Management Frameworks including reviewing and enforcing policies, procedures, tools and methodologies.
• Work with various business groups on qualitative and quantitative risk management, including risk identification, risk assessment, risk analysis and control assessment.
• Provide support to develop and monitor the execution of risk mitigation plans.
• Plan and conduct corporate risk workshops annually; and project risk workshops where necessary.
• Provide support for the monitoring and reporting of business risks, including key risk indicators.
• Facilitate the preparation and update of risk registers and relevant risk reports for senior management and risk committees.
• Perform secretariat duties to the risk committees.

Insurance

• Management of annual renewal of Company’s insurance policies and placement of insurance policies (where required by the business).
• Provide support in insurance related matters within the organization, including but not limited to, providing insurance related advices and working closely with insurance broker on ad-hoc insurance needs.

Delegation of Authority

• Review and enforce the Delegation of Authority Policy.
• Provide advice on queries related to the application of the policy.
• Provide support for the monitoring and reporting of reportable items to the senior management and risk committees.

Internal Audit and Fraud Risk Assessment

• Liaise with external consultant on the Internal Audit and Fraud Risk Assessment activities, including but not limited to, planning of meetings with internal stakeholders, provision of requested information, provision of clarifications to the audit / risk assessment.
• Provide support for the audit / risk assessment by bridging any technical knowledge or process knowledge gaps between the consultants and the internal stakeholders.
• Exercise professional judgement in the review of information (e.g. requested documents, clarifications, consultant reports).

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Finance, Accountancy, Risk Management, Business Administration or relevant discipline.
• Candidate shall have at least 5 years of working experience, preferably in Risk Management and/or Insurance function, or Internal / External Audit role. Additional finance-related work experience will be considered favorably.
• Candidates from energy or asset intensive industries will be considered favorably.
• Candidate with prior experience in working a multi-cultural environment is an advantage.
• Candidate shall be proficient with MS Office applications.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

• Successful candidate shall also possess the following personal attributes:

1. A team player with strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal, with ability to interact with people at all levels. Possess good stakeholder management skills.
2. Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines and multitask.
3. Analytical and resourceful, and is process oriented with a sharp eye for details.
4. Possess pleasant disposition and has a positive and outgoing personality.

about the company

With an extensive regional reach, our client is a progressive organisation with focus across the consumer sector spanning across consumer products, healthcare and hospitality. With a strong track record and in-depth industry knowledge behind them to support their growth in this region, they are now looking for a Corporate Finance (Senior) Analyst to take on this newly created role to drive business strategies and execute the expansion plans.

about the job

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will be driving their corporate strategies in assessing prospective investment opportunities and introducing new initiatives to support the organization's operations and expansion plans. You will keep abreast of the changing business landscape and impact of the external economy with particular focus in the Asia region and drive both organic and inorganic growth. You will maintain a robust growth strategy with full deal cycle exposure from evaluating investment decisions, M&As and strategic alliances and leading negotiations and execution of deals. You will be interacting closely with multiple business stakeholders across all levels to achieve transactional goals. You will also be involved in optimising internal structures and workflow to achieve efficiencies and operational excellence.

skills and experience required

You should ideally have a relevant degree and accreditation (CFA, CPA or MBA) with at least 3 years in a similar capacity. In-house corporate strategy experience and/or PE/IB/corporate finance in Big 4 experience will be preferred. You are a self-motivated leader and team player, ‘hands-on’, versatile and possess a keen eye for details. You should have strong business acumen and possess excellent communication and influencing skills to confidently liaise with the senior management and business partners. You possess an entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable working in a more agile environment.

(EA: 94C3609/R1216039)

Job Description:

Our client in the real estate industry is seeking a highly skilled Finance Executive. The responsibilities include maintaining accounts, preparing financial reports, monitoring cash flows and loans, handling GST/VAT submissions, and assisting with ad-hoc requests and administrative tasks within the Finance department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a full set of accounts, including the preparation of monthly financial reports for management.

• Monitor cash flows, loans, and interest repayments.

• Handle GST/VAT submissions and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

• Assist with ad-hoc requests for information from other departments or projects.

• Perform administrative tasks as assigned within the Finance department.

• To assist with the year-end audits and submission of XBRL.

• Provision of information for income tax reporting.

Qualifications:

• Minimum diploma in Accounting/Finance.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role, real estate experience is advantageous.

• Experience with the SAP system is advantageous.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

John Koh

Quess Selection & Services

EA Licence Number: 23C2060

Registration ID is R1110099

Disclaimer: The company is committed to ensuring the privacy and security of your information. By submitting this form, you consent to the collection, processing, and retention of the information you provide. The data collected (which may include your contact details, educational background, work experience, and skills) will be used solely for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for the position you're applying for. Your data will be stored securely and retained for the duration necessary to fulfill our hiring process. If you are not selected for the position, your data will be kept on file for a limited period in case future opportunities arise. You have the right to access, correct, or delete your data at any time by contacting us at Quess Singapore | A Leading Staffing Services Provider in Singapore (quesscorp.sg)

Go-To-Market - Sell Out Management

• Responsible for management of promoters of assigned products in Singapore and responsibility includes (not limiting to) payroll management, attendance, discipline, deployment and motivation of promoters.
• Act as gate keeper to disseminate directions & sales strategies to promoters as well as handles and gathers market intelligence information.
• Develop strategic actionable plans and actions to achieve the assigned sell-out targets of assigned products.
• Conduct regular store visit and make improvement actions to enhance inhouse share of each stores.
• Participate in regular internal & external meetings and share sell-out insights to relevant stakeholders.
• Customer experience with aim to increase sales and customer shopping experience.
• Stay abreast on market dynamics, competitive benchmarking and consumer insights and trends to develop better sales and marketing strategies.
• Responsible to regularly track, analyze, interpret campaign performance and make necessary reporting to discover insights for effective business decisions and strategies to enhance store & sales performance.

Education level and/or relevant experience(s)

• Diploma/Degree (Min) preferably in business administration, marketing, Sales management.
• Min. 3 years working experience in retail operations or consumer electronics industry.
• Min. 2 years experience of promoter management.

Knowledge and skills (general and technical)

• Strong business and commerce acumen.
• Strong project management skills with ability to handle multiple projects and work with cross functional teams.
• Proactive problem solver with strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and data mining skills.
• Strong sense of customer centric mindset and demonstrate good understanding of consumer behaviorism, brand management and shopper marketing.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Positive mindset with passion to achieve assigned KPIs.
• Able to work independently and excellent agility to work in a fast pace environment

• Singapore Based (Clementi)
• Monday to Friday | 9am to 6pm
• Basic Salary: $2500 - $2800 +AWS+PB
• Diploma in a relevant discipline; at least 1 year of relevant Finance/accounting experience.
• Career Progression Opportunities

Requirement

• Diploma in a relevant discipline
• At least 1 year of relevant Finance/accounting experience

Responsibilities

• Obtaining information from donors / team members, data entry of donor particulars, and issuance of tax deduction receipts / thank you letters to donors.
• Reconciliation of bank statements, petty cash balance and stock of groceries / vouchers
• Preparation of payment vouchers and other finance-related matters
• Maintaining proper filing of finance and admin records to facilitate year-end audit process
• General office admin work such as facilities management (e.g. follow-up with air-con servicing and pest control vendors), office supplies (e.g. stock-take and ordering new supplies)
• Other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager or CEO

Kylen Seah Reg No: R24124248

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte Ltd EA No: 14C7279

ARE YOU SEEKING FOR GROWTH YET YOU WANT A FULFILLING CAREER?

Be ready to embark on a journey which offers you an exciting opportunity!

HERE’S A SHORT INTRO OF WHO WE ARE

Since 2005, finexis has been more than just a financial services provider – we are lifelong confidantes, guiding clients through every stage of their financial journey. As the largest and fastest growing independently-owned financial advisory firm in Singapore, we are proud to have over 900 consultants and staff, $1 billion in assets under advisory, and strategic partnerships, that establish us as a market leader in personalised financial services.

We deliver tailored financial solutions in wealth management, investment planning, and risk management, all driven by our mission to impact lives beyond finance.

WHAT TO EXPECT

​This role provides the finance leadership and governance for a portfolio of companies to ensure the day-to-day finance operational and reporting activities operate within the internal control framework.

To be successful in this role, you need to be a team player and dynamic environment. Ready to ditch the status quo and dive into something exciting? We want YOU!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage day-to-day finance operation, accounting and banking activities of a portfolio of companies to deliver the financial stewardship
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end financial closing with preparation of analytical review, cashflow analysis, accounting schedules and bank reconciliation
• Participate in planning, budgeting and forecasting
• Ensure compliance of financial records and controls with corporate, statutory & regulatory requirements
• Lead external audit and prepare Financial Statements
• Handle corporate secretarial activities
• Proactively document, review and suggest improvement to finance process and governance practices to stay effective and efficient
• Provide team leadership to guide and grow junior members
• Undertake assignments as and when required.

WHO YOU ARE

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related disciplines
• Accountancy qualification preferred
• 5 years’ working experience gained in finance operation, reporting and/or controlling roles within business environments with progressive finance practices
• Technically competent in accounting with working knowledge of financial control and corporate governance
• Meticulous and analytical, problem solver with a can-do attitude and a desire to excel
• Team player with good verbal and written communication skills to collaborate and influence outcomes
• Thrive in a fluid, dynamically changing and results-oriented environment

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Who we are

If you're passionate about shaping ideas and communities that build the future, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Constellar convenes businesses, curates ideas and creates opportunities for sustainable business growth. We are one of Singapore's largest exhibition organisers and the venue manager for Singapore EXPO, based in Singapore with a regional footprint in China, India, Malaysia and Indonesia. We want to be a global leader headquartered in Asia, helping businesses scale ideas, communities and solutions for global business impact. We do this by curating and developing influential trade and consumer events for key industries and sectors, connecting people, global marketplaces and networks for sustainable growth.

Learn more about us at constellar.co.

What it's like to work here

Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions, or MICE, is a vehicle for new businesses, partnerships and regional co-operation. We're privileged to have a front seat at the intersection of creativity, communities and collaboration, with a unique opportunity to connect a global eco-system of partners, businesses and consumers in the MICE industry daily. Our ambition is to become a global leader made in Asia, and Asia's top MICE company: A vision shared by our shareholders Temasek and Cuscaden Peak Investments.

We recognise the immense opportunity we have to lead with purpose, demonstrate leadership and commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices, and activate impactful networks for sustainable growth.

With about 200 employees we're a growing company with large aspirations to scale in the next five years. It can get intense and it will be messy at times. But few places can give you a seat at the table where you can contribute directly to the development of the business, the cultural DNA of an emerging MNC, and the building of a company proudly made and headquartered in Singapore with global business impact. And with two lines of businesses across events and venues, we provide opportunities for you to cross over from one to the other to build range in your career.

You don't need to have MICE experience to work with us. We're looking for ambitious, entrepreneurial self-starters with a strong sense of ownership, passion and curiosity, driven by our values of care, ownership, trust, passion and innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for all day-to-day operations of the company's owned e-commerce system, including responding to customer queries, relevant documentation, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders and partners for order fulfilment.
• Support the e-commerce strategy, including web development to enhance to e-commerce site, content management, pricing management, sales materials and ensure best practice is maintained across the website.
• Managing and working with wider teams, partners and vendors.
• Collaborate with marketing team to create a comms strategy to increase sales by driving awareness of the platform and drive conversion.
• Plan, implement and track sales to optimize results and meet commercial goals and KPIs.
• Other adhoc tasks as assigned from time to time by your Reporting Officer.

• 2 - 3 years of working experience in E-Commerce Channel Management.
• Hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Manager and Adobe Commerce (Magento).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Meticulous with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven mindset, ROI driven.
• Strong project management abilities, including the coordination of multiple tasks and stakeholders and the ability to manage deadlines.
• Confident, driven and dynamic, the candidate needs to work well as a team player, and to work independently when required.
• Work location: Expo.

Responsibilities:

• Handle daily operational AP/ AR tasks including invoicing, payment, receipts, staff claims, and others
• Handle bank reconciliation and other bank related matters
• Perform Monthly Reconciliation
• Generate statements of accounts to respective department and customer
• Assist in preparation of monthly and adhoc reporting and audit schedules
• Assist in monthly financial closing and ensure responsible accounting entries are properly, timely and accurately updated
• Perform other supporting functions within the Finance Department
• Other duties to be assigned

Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, ACCA, AAT or other professional Accounting qualifications
• Min. 2 years of relevant experience with hands-on experience
• Self-motivated with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Immediate or short notice candidates with working experience would be an advantage

Remuneration & benefits will commensurate with qualifications & experiences.

Please click APPLY NOW to submit your application.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

• Assist in accounting entries, recording transactions, and maintaining financial records in Xero
• Assist in generating receivable invoices, monitoring accounts payables and inventory reconciliation
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports
• Assist in year-end audit queries
• Ad-hoc assignments from Finance team members
• Able to commit 3 to 6 months

• Performing day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying and recording accounts payable information
• Ensure all accounts payable entries are in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Ensure all invoices are validated against supporting documents
• Identify unprocessed invoices for accrual and Capex invoices for capitalization
• Verify and investigate discrepancies in invoices with relevant staff and resolve with suppliers.
• Update Cashbook
• Assist in month end closing activities
• Assist in handling accounts payable related queries from external and internal stakeholders
• Ad-hoc duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Higher Nitec or Diploma in Accountancy
• At least 1 - 2 years of prior work experience in accounts payable preferred
• Able to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Good knowledge of accounting principles
• Detail oriented and able to work independently
• Well-organised and able to multi-task to meet deadlines
• Proficient in MS office applications, e.g. Excel, Word, Powerpoint
• Knowledge in ERP system, e.g. Oracle NetSuite accounting software will be advantageous

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

• Act as a Finance Business Partner to the designated Research Centre/ Institutes within the cluster and provide strategic support to its management and budget holders by proactively monitoring financial activities and financial reporting specific to the Institutes, and clearly communicating results of the analyses.
• As a team leader supporting Cluster lead in leading and managing the research finance cluster.
• Provide financial and business advisories to the Institutes that are critical to the decision-making purposes and ensure compliance with University’s financial policies and procedures, and funding agencies’ terms & conditions / guidelines.
• Foster and maintain a regular working relationship within the Institutes, central shared services teams, and other functional partners.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Financial Management and Oversight

• Lead a team of 3-4 staff (direct and indirect), where applicable
• Ensure smooth day-to-day financial operations of the Research Centre (RCE) / Institutes (RICs) within the cluster, including exercising financial control over budget expenditure, revenue collection and financial reporting.
• Drive the annual budget and forecast exercises by coordinating all movements of budget, ensuring timely submission of budgets to central teams.
• Participate in strategic meetings and budget planning sessions with the Institutes’ management, providing valuable financial insights to aid decision-making.
• Partner closely with Institutes to guide cost-efficiency initiatives and offer expertise in implementing resource optimization strategies, leading to a reduction in operational expenses.
• Analyse Institutes’ financial positions and funding status, offer insights and recommendations for periodic reporting to the Institutes’ management for decision-making processes.
• Prepare and present financial performance reports to the Institutes’ Governing Board/ Strategic Board, etc, ensuring clarity and accuracy of information.

Grant and Fund Management

• Partner closely with Institutes (as host institution) for effective grant administration, provide financial guidance throughout the grant lifecycle and facilitate budget allocation for various projects and funding sources, to enhance the host institute’s financial stability and research pursuits.
• Collaborate with budget owners to manage grants / funds and proactively identify issues for timely solutions and ensure optimal utilisation of funds.
• Ensure full understanding and compliance with the terms and conditions of the grants as predetermined in the signed letter of awards / agreements.
• Oversee grant claim statements preparation and timely submission to funding agencies, including liaison with auditors and fulfilment of audit requirements, and prompt response to queries for a smooth and timely audit fieldwork.
• Work collaboratively with the Institutes’ stakeholders and central shared services teams during financial year-end closing and grants’ closing activities to ensure all legitimate transactions are properly recorded and all financial reports are accurately prepared.

Governance, Controls and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with related tax filing matters including GST, withholding tax and taxable benefits for personal claims.
• Timely perform Risk Control Matrix (RCM) testing and address anomalies to mitigate financial risks, and ensure certification sign-off by Institute’s HOA before the financial year’s closing deadline.
• Liaise with internal auditors on all internal audit matters, where required.
• Coordinate and oversee the annual fixed assets verification exercise of the designated Institutes. Work collaboratively with Institutes’ stakeholders to ensure compliance with the verification procedures and maintain accurate records of fixed assets.

Leadership

• Drive strategic planning efforts, outlining objectives, strategies and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure the team’s success.
• Make critical decisions and provide guidance to the team in complex situations, considering broader implications.
• Identify talent gaps. Mentor and coach team members on leadership, problem-solving and strategic thinking.
• Guide the team through changes, effectively managing transitions and ensuring team members are aligned with new strategies or initiatives.
• Represent the cluster in cross-cluster meetings and strategic discussions, advocating for team needs and accomplishments.

Process Improvement and Stakeholder Communication

• Proactively engage with Institutes’ stakeholders to understand their needs, challenges and goals.
• Provide guidance and updates to stakeholders on finance policies, guidelines and procedures, as and when required.
• Identify opportunities to develop guidelines and streamline financial processes for operational efficiency and resource optimization.
• Lead change initiatives such as projects, system implementation and other assignments as may be directed from time to time.
• Undertake ad-hoc tasks as requested by Institutes or assigned by Cluster lead.

Qualifications

• Accounting Degree/ACCA or equivalent with at least 10 years of relevant working experience
• Exposure to grant budgets, funding agencies’ regulations and financial compliance requirements in a research or education environment will be advantageous
• Technically competent with up-to-date knowledge of accounting / audit standards and practices
• Ability to quickly learn and grasp the implications of terms and conditions for each managed grant
• Highly stakeholder service-focused and strong in communication skills with the ability to build positive working relations and work collaboratively with people at all levels
• Highly analytical with exceptional problem-solving and organisational skills
• Self-motivated individual and able to work with minimal supervision in a dynamic environment with competing demands for resources
• A keen sense of ownership and accountability, and act with a sense of urgency to meet tight deadlines
• Proficient in using MS Office and has relevant experience in SAP accounting system and flexibility to adapt new software applications, where applicable

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

• Act as a Finance Business Partner to the designated Research Centre/ Institutes within the cluster and provide strategic support to its management and budget holders by proactively monitoring financial activities and financial reporting specific to the Institutes, and clearly communicating results of the analyses.
• Provide financial and business advisories to the Institutes that are critical to the decision-making purposes and ensure compliance with University’s financial policies and procedures, and funding agencies’ terms & conditions / guidelines.
• Foster and maintain a regular working relationship within the Institutes, central shared services teams, and other functional partners.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Financial Management and Oversight

• Ensure smooth day-to-day financial operations of the Research Centre (RCE) / Institutes (RICs) within the cluster, including exercising financial control over budget expenditure, revenue collection and financial reporting.
• Drive the annual budget and forecast exercises by coordinating all movements of budget, ensuring timely submission of budgets to central teams.
• Participate in strategic meetings and budget planning sessions with the Institutes’ management, providing valuable financial insights to aid decision-making.
• Partner closely with Institutes to guide cost-efficiency initiatives and offer expertise in implementing resource optimization strategies, leading to a reduction in operational expenses.
• Analyse Institutes’ financial positions and funding status, offer insights and recommendations for periodic reporting to the Institutes’ management for decision-making processes.
• Prepare and present financial performance reports to the Institutes’ Governing Board/ Strategic Board, etc, ensuring clarity and accuracy of information.

Grant and Fund Management

• Partner closely with Institutes (as host institution) for effective grant administration, provide financial guidance throughout the grant lifecycle and facilitate budget allocation for various projects and funding sources, to enhance the host institute’s financial stability and research pursuits.
• Collaborate with budget owners to manage grants / funds and proactively identify issues for timely solutions and ensure optimal utilisation of funds.
• Ensure full understanding and compliance with the terms and conditions of the grants as predetermined in the signed letter of awards / agreements.
• Oversee grant claim statements preparation and timely submission to funding agencies, including liaison with auditors and fulfilment of audit requirements, and prompt response to queries for a smooth and timely audit fieldwork.
• Work collaboratively with the Institutes’ stakeholders and central shared services teams during financial year-end closing and grants’ closing activities to ensure all legitimate transactions are properly recorded and all financial reports are accurately prepared.

Governance, Controls and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with related tax filing matters including GST, withholding tax and taxable benefits for personal claims.
• Timely perform Risk Control Matrix (RCM) testing and address anomalies to mitigate financial risks, and ensure certification sign-off by Institute’s HOA before the financial year’s closing deadline.
• Liaise with internal auditors on all internal audit matters, where required.
• Coordinate and oversee the annual fixed assets verification exercise of the designated Institutes. Work collaboratively with Institutes’ stakeholders to ensure compliance with the verification procedures and maintain accurate records of fixed assets.

Leadership

• Execute plans and strategies outlined by Cluster Lead, ensuring that team goals align with the broader NUS / research finance cluster objectives.
• Resolve operational issues and challenges, making decisions with defined parameters and escalating complex issues when necessary.
• Monitor individual and team performance, offering feedback and support for continuous improvement

Process Improvement and Stakeholder Communication

• Proactively engage with Institutes’ stakeholders to understand their needs, challenges and goals.
• Provide guidance and updates to stakeholders on finance policies, guidelines and procedures, as and when required.
• Identify opportunities to develop guidelines and streamline financial processes for operational efficiency and resource optimization.
• Lead change initiatives such as projects, system implementation and other assignments as may be directed from time to time.
• Undertake ad-hoc tasks as requested by Institutes or assigned by Cluster lead.

Qualifications

• Accounting Degree/ACCA or equivalent with at least 10 years of relevant working experience
• Exposure to grant budgets, funding agencies’ regulations and financial compliance requirements in a research or education environment will be advantageous
• Technically competent with up-to-date knowledge of accounting / audit standards and practices
• Ability to quickly learn and grasp the implications of terms and conditions for each managed grant
• Highly stakeholder service-focused and strong in communication skills with the ability to build positive working relations and work collaboratively with people at all levels
• Highly analytical with exceptional problem-solving and organisational skills
• Self-motivated individual and able to work with minimal supervision in a dynamic environment with competing demands for resources
• A keen sense of ownership and accountability, and act with a sense of urgency to meet tight deadlines
• Proficient in using MS Office and has relevant experience in SAP accounting system and flexibility to adapt new software applications, where applicable

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations such as GL, reconciliations etc.
• Ensure smooth monthly/quarterly head office & MAS reporting
• Review and enhance accounting internal controls and procedures
• Liaise with external auditors on audit matters
• Prepare tax schedules and liaise with external tax consultants on corporate tax related matters
• Assist in managing the accounting team in accounting deliverance
• Other administrative and ad hoc duties as required

Requirements:

• Degree holder with 5-6 years of accounting experience in Banks / Financial Institutions
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Meticulous and good with numbers
• Good interpersonal skills
• Effectively bilingual in English & Chinese due to reporting to China Head Office & colleagues

Please state your availability, current and expected salary in the resume.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

GMP Technologies (S) Pte Ltd | EA Licence: 11C3793 | Sarah Kuan | Registration No: R1105359

The Company

Our client, a rapidly growing data center company, is seeking a dynamic Assistant Finance Manager to join their expanding team and make a meaningful impact. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in achieving the financial control team’s objectives, overseeing the year-end financial statement close process for Singapore operations, addressing compliance and reporting requirements from business activities, and collaborating with the finance team to enhance the efficiency and precision of support provided to both internal and external stakeholders.

The Role

You will play a crucial role in driving excellence across financial accounting and controls. This exciting opportunity involves ensuring compliance with international accounting standards and regional statutory requirements, managing external audits, and preparing essential compliance reports. You will collaborate with the various internal finance team such as tax on compliance obligations, and enhance financial controls by strengthening internal systems, policies, and procedures. With opportunities to contribute to diverse ad hoc projects, this role promises variety and impact in a fast-paced environment.

Your Profile

Our client is seeking a highly skilled professional with 7 years of experience in financial reporting, ideally with prior Big 4 audit exposure and CA/CPA qualification, regional APAC exposure, along with a strong grasp of accounting principles and financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, a keen eye for detail, and the adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and dynamic environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must for this impactful role.

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Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number SN12787316, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

EA Licence No: 07C5595 | Suriani Norahim | EA Registration No: R1109288

The Company

Our client is a leading player in its industry, keen to hire an Assistant Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting, internal controls and taxation for a local portfolio.

Requirements

- Accounting degree qualified, Chartered Accountant

- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

- Big 4 experience can be helpful

- MNC exposure – focusing on financial & statutory reporting, consolidation, taxation, internal controls, etc

- MUST: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, driven, self-starter, energetic, confident in engaging with senior and international stakeholders, hands-on and proactive

- Able to do well in a fluid and unstructured environment, willing to roll up sleeves to get things done, navigating spreadsheets (ability to be hands-on is highly important)

Budget

Circa S$9,000 – 10,000 per month + Bonus

Job Scope

As an individual contributor and reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for financial and statutory reporting, consolidation, internal controls and taxation for Singapore local portfolio. You will ensure financial reporting requirements are met on a timely and accurate manner, drive improvement in financial control policies and procedures, and support in financial year end close process. You will also manage external audits, compliance reports, and support the Tax team in tax compliance requirements and special purpose audits.

The successful candidate is someone agile and adaptable, able to navigate a dynamic business and organization structure, and willing to roll up sleeves to get things done. Ability to be hands-on is highly essential.

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Robert Half International Pte Ltd. Co. Registration no.: 200612189E | EA Licence no.: 07C5595 | Hor Man Teng (Geraldine) EA Registration no.: R1217737

Duration: 6 months

Location: Changi

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 830am to 6pm; Friday 830am to 530pm

Responsibilities:

• Partner key divisions in strategic and operational financial planning.
• Support the monthly closing, forecast, and budget exercises in updating data, consolidating information, and developing reports, including impactful trends, and variance analysis.
• Drive financial performance to achieve value-for-money outcomes through financial advisory and decision support in project planning, procurement, contract awards and management.
• Develop financial models and business analysis to support strategic initiatives to review critical strategic and financial decisions.
• Oversee fee review process, including ensuring timeliness of review and liaising with MOT.
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned.

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PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394• Reg. R23114622 So Man Xin

• Position: Senior Finance Analyst
• Salary: $6,000 - $8,000 + 14-15 Days AL + Bonus
• 5 Working Days, 9am-6pm
• Changi South (Between Tanah Merah / Simei / Expo MRT)

Broadcasting service provider in East Singapore, company's details will disclosure once shortlisted.

Requirements:

• FPA (Financial Planning & Analysis) for at least the recent 3 years.
• Experience with forecasting, budgeting / financial planning and support the department heads in business partnering, ensure expenses are justified and push back if expenses are not Logical.
• Being comfortable with handling large datasets on Excel. Financial Modelling and cleaning up data. Working on business cases and forecast based on business case.
• Need to have a very commercial / business mindset on saving money & expand profits.

Responsibilities

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop annual budgets and forecasts.
• Assist in the prepare on of budget guidelines, assumptions, and templates.
• Review and analyse budget proposals, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Monitor budget performance, prepare variance reports, and provide explanations for budget deviations.

Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Gather and analyse financial data to assess the company's financial performance and identify areas of improvement.
• Prepare financial reports, including budget vs. actuals analysis, variance analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Monitor and track financial metrics, such as profitability, liquidity, and other ratios, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Manage Capex process including budget, commitment and actual tracking with variance analysis.
• Support cashflow management.

Financial Modelling and Decision Support:

• Build financial models to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and scenario analysis.
• Evaluate the financial feasibility and potential return on investment (ROI) of new projects or business ventures.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to stakeholders based on financial modelling and analysis.

Financial Systems and Process Improvement:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve financial systems and processes.
• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency enhancements.
• Participate in the implementation and testing of financial systems and tools.

Other ad hoc duties as assigned.

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Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About AIDF

The Asian Institute of Digital Finance (AIDF) is a university-level institute at the National University of Singapore (NUS), jointly founded by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), the National Research Foundation (NRF) and NUS. AIDF aspires to be at the forefront of research-driven Fintech innovation in Singapore by acting as an experimental site for developing digital financial technologies, as well as nurturing current and future Fintech researchers and practitioners in Asia.

The Credit Research Initiative (CRI), one of the flagship research initiatives under AIDF, is a non-profit undertaking founded in 2009. Pioneering the "public good" credit risk measure, the initiative is committed to advancing big data analytics and providing directly useful credit intelligence to academic and professional communities. Our clients include international regulatory authorities (such as the IMF and MAS) and multinational financial institutions around the world.

Position Overview

An exciting opportunity exists to join NUS-AIDF as a Research Assistant under different teams involved with big-data analytics. You will participate in the production of our data products and contribute to the ongoing research and development of the flagship NUS-CRI Probability of Default model. This opportunity will challenge successful applicants and is a great learning and development opportunity for those interested in finance and risk management.

Career Benefits:

• Gain a detailed understanding of a cutting-edge quantitative credit risk model.
• Further your knowledge in quantitative modeling and financial analysis.
• Involve yourself in emerging technologies (e.g. cloud/grid computing, GPU computing, FPGA) in the Fintech field.
• Benefit from a world-class research environment at the forefront of credit risk, with a motivated research team and a well-established network spanning across a multitude of industries.
• Opportunities to interact with and learn from financial and tech professionals, industry experts, and thought leaders.

Qualifications

• Fundamental quantitative skills, preferably those obtained during a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, computer science, economics, finance etc.
• Good programming skills (Julia, Python, Matlab, SQL, etc.) or financial fundamentals are ideal
• Good team player with strong sense of responsibility and strong communication skills
• Highly self-motivated
• Willing to learn new technical skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, audit documentation, ESG sustainability reports, and variance analysis to meet reporting deadlines.
• Lead forecasting, budget planning, and cost management while providing actionable financial insights.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, corporate governance, and regulatory requirements, including GST, MAS reporting, and SGX announcements.
• Manage liquidity, oversee cash flow, authorize payments, and review reconciliations for accuracy.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and bankers for year-end audits and tax filings.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance operational efficiency.
• Identify and drive process improvements in reporting, budgeting, and financial systems.
• Support ad-hoc assignments, including system implementation projects.

Requirements:

• Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or equivalent, with CA, CPA, or ACCA certification.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience working in a Bank or Financial Institution.
• Strong knowledge of SFRS and Singapore tax regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent analytical skills, and leadership abilities.

Please submit your updated resume in Word format by using the Apply Now Button.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Email resume to [email protected]

People Profilers Pte Ltd, 20 Cecil Street, #08-09, PLUS Building, Singapore 049705.
Tel: 6950 9724

http://www.peopleprofilers.com
EA License Number: 02C4944
Registration Number: R1872398

Posting Personnel: Ng Jwee Ken

Ref: L6Y9V6XR

Duration: 1 year

Location: Kent Ridge

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 830am to 6pm; Friday 830am to 530pm

Responsibilities:

• Assist in routine financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting tasks
• Support ad-hoc financial requests and data preparation for strategic decision-making
• Approve FastPay collections link submission for students’ activities and provide support.
• Preparation for withholding tax submission
• Preparation Risk Control Matrix
• Contribute to streamlining existing workflows and identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Review of journals submission and budget transfers.
• Review of WBS creations and submission

Requirements:

• Possess a recognized degree in Accountancy with a minimum of 3 to 5 years working experience.
• Good knowledge of SAP financial systems (S4 HANA) and analytical tools (eg. Power BI) would be an advantage.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• High level of independence as well as the maturity and ability to work with staff at all levels.

Interested candidate please click "APPLY" to begin your job search journey and submit your CV directly through the official PERSOLKELLY job application platform - GO Mobile.

Should you be interested in this position, please contact Mandy at 9640 2934 your resume directly for fast respond.

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

By sending us your personal data and curriculum vitae (CV), you are deemed to consent to PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd and its affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data for the purposes set out in the Privacy Policy available at https://www.persolkelly.com.sg/policies. You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree with the Privacy Policy.

PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394• Reg. R23114622 So Man Xin

Job Purpose

Responsible for Trade Finance marketing and customer engagement, structuring Trade solutions, and meeting Trade KPIs for SMBC Singapore and GTFD.

Job Responsibilities

• To carry out marketing activities for trade finance products (LC/ guarantee issuance, LC confirmation / discounting, ARP, SCF, milestone basis mid-term trade solutions, structured trade, and ECA finance). Incumbent is expected to develop relationship with customers (non Japanese corporate clients, SG local companies and Global subsidiries in SG).
• Responsible for marketing from origination, structuring, negotiation, documentation to deal execution for corporate clients. Managing workflow with team members from GTFD, other departments including but not limited to Coverage, Legal, Credit, Operations for successful deal management.
• To demonstrate SMBC’s best practice by following internal rule & procedure, relevant regulations and compliance matters (understanding on mission statement & 5 values, related HQ policies, procedure manual, pre-consultation process, etc).
• Prior experience in handling trade financing products, solutions for commodity and trader segment(s) preferable.
• Report progress on pipeline deals and updates on marketing activities, support Head of Working Capital in business and reporting activities.. Act as back-up for colleagues in the team during compliance leave or other periods as agreed with GTFD management.

Job Requirements

• Rich experience of trade finance marketing promotion, origination, structuring, commercial negotiation and deal execution.
• Strong customer centric mindset and active marketing attitude.
• Strong communication skill to manage key relationships internally & externally.
• Demonstrate SMBC’s best practice as a role model, act as 1st line of defense and good sense of 2 CCF (customer/ compliance comes first)
• Ability to work on multiple tasks in parallel under pressure and to time constraints with significant changes.
• Experience to support planning of the marketing strategy and execution in APAC’s countries and sector approach.
• Good understanding of the Singapore Trade Finance, Trade digitialization and Transaction Banking products and competitor landscape.
• As team player, ability to work in cross-functional teams to deliver appropriate trade finance solutions for the customers.

Duration: 6 months

Location: Changi

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 830am to 6pm; Friday 830am to 530pm

Responsibilities:

• Partner key divisions in strategic and operational financial planning.
• Support the monthly closing, forecast, and budget exercises in updating data, consolidating information, and developing reports, including impactful trends, and variance analysis.
• Drive financial performance to achieve value-for-money outcomes through financial advisory and decision support in project planning, procurement, contract awards and management.
• Develop financial models and business analysis to support strategic initiatives to review critical strategic and financial decisions.
• Oversee fee review process, including ensuring timeliness of review and liaising with MOT.
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned.

To apply, simply click "APPLY" and submit your curriculum vitae (CV) through GO, the official PERSOLKELLY job application platform.

By sending us your personal data and curriculum vitae (CV), you are deemed to consent to PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd and its affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data for the purposes set out in the Privacy Policy available at https://www.persolkelly.com.sg/policies. You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree with the Privacy Policy.

PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394• Reg. R23114622 So Man Xin

Duration: 1 year

Location: Kent Ridge

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 830am to 6pm; Friday 830am to 530pm

Responsibilities:

• Assist in routine financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting tasks
• Support ad-hoc financial requests and data preparation for strategic decision-making
• Approve FastPay collections link submission for students’ activities and provide support.
• Preparation for withholding tax submission
• Preparation Risk Control Matrix
• Contribute to streamlining existing workflows and identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Review of journals submission and budget transfers.
• Review of WBS creations and submission

Requirements:

• Possess a recognized degree in Accountancy with a minimum of 3 to 5 years working experience.
• Good knowledge of SAP financial systems (S4 HANA) and analytical tools (eg. Power BI) would be an advantage.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• High level of independence as well as the maturity and ability to work with staff at all levels.

Interested candidate please click "APPLY" to begin your job search journey and submit your CV directly through the official PERSOLKELLY job application platform - GO Mobile.

Should you be interested in this position, please contact Mandy at 9640 2934 your resume directly for fast respond.

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

By sending us your personal data and curriculum vitae (CV), you are deemed to consent to PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd and its affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data for the purposes set out in the Privacy Policy available at https://www.persolkelly.com.sg/policies. You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree with the Privacy Policy.

PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394• Reg. R23114622 So Man Xin