Working Location: Alexandra Technopark

Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 9am to 6pm

Salary: Up to $5000/month

Duties

• To perform day to day accounting and administration functions to ensure proper internal controls, compliance to local government/ company policies & requirements, implementing efficient finance and accounting procedures for the country. In addition, this role is required to provide accurate status reports to organization management.
• Performs daily accounting (AR, AP, cargo, payroll, reconciliation, budgeting) and administration (statutory reporting, treasury/cash forecasting, facility management) functions in country
• Coordinate/oversee processing of internal and external customer requests and inquires
• Monitor production performance to identify problem areas and adherence to schedules; takes corrective action where necessary to minimize losses or enhance profitability/efficiency
• Performs monthly closing within required deadline.

Required

• Diploma in Finance or Accounting
• Two years in Retail/Hospitality or related experience required
• Excellent communicator
• Analytical skills
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin to liaise with mandarin speaking counterparts (written and oral)
• Knowledge of local tax laws and regulations
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

*Hybird work arrangement available

Interested applicants kindly send in your updated resume with recent photo attached. We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicant will be notify.

Job Summary:

• Support Finance Team to collate and prepare information as required for monthly invoice and Sodexo reporting within contractual deadlines.
• Support Finance Team in managinginvoicing roles such as :Ensure adequate formatand content of invoices by category of spend (ATC/NTC/Discrete)
  Ensure timely invoicing(reduce unbilled revenueas much as possible)
  Escalate Collections and DO/PO issues
  
• Support in the elaboration of the necessarydocumentation to ensure delivery of Change Controls, identifying and preparing relevant documents accurately and on a timely basis.
• Assist in the identification of savings initiatives.
• Support in trackingof savings initiatives and discrete work.
• Provide administrative support for the operation of the departments and assists Account Manager in a variety of administrative matters: leaves, attendance records, overtime, payroll, training records, etc.
• Maintain records and reports necessary to comply with Company, government, and accrediting agency standards, regulations, and codes.
• Maintains confidential records.
• To play a key support role in the delivery of client projects, including client liaison, contact with internal resource departments and external suppliers, and administrative work.
• To manage the administration and smooth running of client jobs, including taking responsibility for reporting, management of client communication and program participants including contact reports, maintaining up-to-date electronic and paper files.
• To effectively managesuppliers to ensurethe highest qualityis delivered and the best price negotiated.
• To support the local team with suppliers enrolment in ConstructSecure platform.
• Any other ad-hoctasks as a result of business requirements assigned by the Account Manager.

Detail & Remuneration:

• Location: Kranji
• Salary: Up to $6,800, with AWS and Variable Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and inventory accounting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly management reports for the Group and all entities to ensure comprehensive financial oversight.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, collections, and vendor payments, including monthly vendor reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely processing of all transactions.
• Oversee daily banking activities to support smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, including preparation and submission of GST and other statutory filings.
• Coordinate and manage internal and statutory audits, working with external auditors to ensure a timely and efficient audit process.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, providing guidance, training, and support to enhance team skills and performance.
• Identify and recommend areas for process improvement within finance and accounting functions.

Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; a professional accounting certification is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a financial control role, preferably within the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction industry.
• Experience supervising a team about 2 to 3 members is ideal.
• Strong knowledge of local accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Interested candidates please apply online or send your latest CV to [email protected]

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AlwaysHired Pte Ltd

Reg No: R1549345

EA: 24C2293

Our client is a newly established subsidiary company that is primarily engaged in the trading of technological apparel. Its parent company is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

They are seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to join their pioneer team. The successful candidate will report to the General Manager and be responsible for strategic financial planning and operations, budgeting, and reporting to ensure the company’s financial health and compliance. You will play a key role in providing actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Maintain accurate financial records, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. This includes income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage budgets, monitor spending, and provide forecasts to guide business decisions.
• Analysis and Insights: Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing recommendations to optimise performance.
• Accounts Oversight: Handle full set accounts, manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoicing and payments.
• Compliance and Auditing: Ensure compliance with tax regulations, liaise with tax authorities and advisors; file tax and GST returns. Support internal/external audit processes.
• Cost Management: Track and manage costs related to production, inventory, and technology development.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, operations, and R&D teams to align financial strategies with company objectives, including collaborating with the HQ team based in Hong Kong.
• Other duties as assigned time to time

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field, will be an advantage

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a SME or start-up environment;
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, and financial regulations.

Language ability:

• Proficiency in spoken Mandarin and confident to communicate in written Chinese, to be able to liaise with and collaborate with teams in Hong Kong and China;
• Proficient in spoken and written English

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to take a helicopter view of the business, using data and metrics to form insights to provide recommendations for optimisation
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, specifically with experience in the use of SAP S4 HANA. Training will be provided as part of the onboarding process.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel for data analysis and modeling.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills for presenting financial insights to management as well as non-finance teams.

Attitude:

• Proactive individual with a strong desire to learn and develop professionally and is keen to play a key role in contributing to the growth of the company
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Possesses a collaborative mindset; understands the importance of building and maintaining relationships with internal team and external stakeholders
• Has a can-do spirit
• We are seeking a candidate with strong communication skills who prioritizes clarity, conciseness, and logical flow in their interactions. The ideal candidate makes a conscious effort to ensure their communication is effective and strives to convey information in a clear and thoughtful manner.

We invite interested candidates who want to be part of this exciting journey of establishing a new subsidiary company to apply today!

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Employment Agency: Jobs Jolt Private Limited

EA Licence No.: 24C2131

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Responsibilities:

• Compile investment reports/presentations on existing and prospective investments including valuation and investment performance
• Responsible for supporting the investments, with a strong focus on understanding financial products (mainly listed equities, listed equity options and OTC structured products).
• Prepare Management Accounts and Financial Statements of the Company on a yearly basis, or when necessary, to comply with local statutory reporting requirements
• Responsible for liaising with tax service providers to comply with the relevant statutory tax in the necessary jurisdiction (mainly Singapore and United States)
• Responsible for liaising with the private bankers/retail banker for relevant investment and trade execution (mainly Singapore and United States)
• Ad-hoc project management tasks as necessary

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in the finance or investment sector
• Experienced in dealing with US market stock trading and option equity trading
• A focus in the asset and wealth management industry would be advantageous
• Strong analytical and reporting skills • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Words
• Understanding financial markets/trends and interest in private markets is essential

Job ID: L956377Y

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 9740

http://www.peopleprofilers.com

EA License Number: 02C4944
Registration Number: R1330005
Posting Personnel: Reeve Lim Kok Kiong

Job Description

• Industry/ Organization Type: Textile and Apparel Manufacturer
• Position Title: Accounts & Finance Manager
• Working Location: North-East -Tai Seng (Walking distance from MRT to the company)
• Working Hours: 5 days / Mon to Fri: 8.30 am-6 pm
• Salary Package: Up to SGD 6000 + Performance Bonus
• Duration: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for Listed Company financial accounting & reporting of local & offshore entities
• Review financial accounting and reporting monthly for listed entities as assigned
• Perform monthly consolidation of local and foreign listed entities
• Continuously improve and optimize financial workflows
• Prepare budget and forecast reports
• Prepare annual financial statements, quarterly GST filings, and inventory costing sheets
• Handle AR functions including submission of export trade financing documents
• Monitoring on-time and accurate payment from buyers (including claims)
• Maintaining working relationships with banks pertaining to all export procedures and documents
• To record all invoices to the customers and to daily track all payments from the buyers
• Preparation of weekly AR report to the Management
• Support external audit requirements
• Collaborate with tax agents and support tax filing processes
• Assist with corporate secretarial matters
• Manage government grant applications & survey submission
• Assist in Half-Year and Year-End Audit
• Analyse Business financials

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• Degree in Accounting / Finance
• Min. 5 years of working experience in related field
• Prior experience in a publicly listed company and a solid understanding of Taxation is a plus
• Able to manage complete sets of accounts and conduct group consolidation for multiple entities
• Proven experience in finance, including interaction with bankers and handling trade financing matters
• Proficiency in financial forecasting and data analysis
• Might require working OT during month-end or audit period depending on the situation
• Occasional Travel required if any

Kindly apply through ANY of the following methods:

• Submit your application by clicking the APPLY button;
• Email your resume to Job(at)anradus.com.sg. Please indicate #65868 on the email subject.

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Anradus Pte Ltd | EA License No. 20C0161 | Celine Tan | EA Reg No.: R1873694

Job Description

• Industry/ Organization Type: Manufacturing/ Electronics
• Position Title: Finance Manager
• Working Location: Ayer Rajah (near MRT)
• Working Hours: 5 days, Mon-Thu (8.30 AM - 6 PM), Fri (8.30 AM - 5.30 PM)
• Salary Package: Basic Salary + AWS + Performance Bonus
• Duration: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts staff in administering the overall financial functions and information systems encompassing monthly and yearly financial reports.
• Participate in planning and advise the Managing Director in financial-related matters.
• Handle all corporate tax and GST matters.
• Supervise the full spectrum of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions and handle full set of accounts.
• Oversee full spectrum of HR functions, such as payroll, recruitment, and HR policy.
• Provide consolidated financial statements, management reports and budgets, including financial analysis and review.
• Analysis of balance sheet.
• Ensure timely submission of financial statements and management reports.
• Administer daily financial operations upholding strict compliance to financial policies and regulations.
• Manage the company’s Fixed Assets.
• Develop and implement internal control process and procedure documentation.
• Management of treasury operations including cash flow for all countries, credit control, foreign exchange management, banker's guarantees and trade financing (Import & Export LC).
• Execute inter-company reconciliation and oversee yearly stock-take.
• Review and prepare monthly and yearly financial statements and management reports of overseas operations in regional countries (Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines and Taiwan).
• Work with financial institutions, auditors, tax agents, corporate secretaries, and relevant authorities.
• Supervision of overseas Administrators and Accounts staff.
• Act in the capacity of the company's Data Protection Officer.
• Management of accounting system and CorpPass.
• Oversee the operations management system.
• Perform any other tasks as the need arises.

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• Degree or professional accountancy qualification recognized by ISCA.
• Minimum 3 years of related working experience.
• Strong accounting knowledge and application of accounting standards.
• Experienced in financial consolidation and audit processes.
• Regional accounting experience is highly preferred.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Must be able to communicate with our overseas offices, including Chinese-speaking associates)
• Proficient in Accounting Software (preferably in Microsoft Dynamics Navision / Business Central) and Microsoft Office.
• Prepared to travel in Asia on short notice.

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• Submit your application by clicking the APPLY button;
• Email your resume to Job(at)anradus.com.sg. Kindly indicate #66311 on the email subject.

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Anradus Pte Ltd | EA License No. 20C0161 | Angel Lim | EA Reg No.: R1769781

Join us as Senior Manager, Finance at AIA Investment Management!

Reporting to the Head of Finance, this position is accountable for the provision of financial & regulatory reporting of AIAIM in accordance to the applicable accounting policies, standards and guidelines. Additionally, this Senior Manager will assist the Head of Finance (HOF) to manage financial governance & control documents and support HOF as the business partner to the CEO, EXCO and Senior Leadership Team of AIAIM and Holdco.

Responsibilities:-

1) Finance Governance and Control

• Review AIAIM monthly and quarterly group and regulatory reporting deliverables
• Assist HOF to monitor and ensure regulatory compliance with MAS’s Risk Base Capital framework requirements, as well as S13U and FSI-FM Incentive Grant for solvency and capital purposes
• Assist HOF to monitor outsourced finance functions and ensure it is according to the MAS, Group and AIAIM outsourcing guidelines and policies
• Lead Group Finance project deliverables to ensure enhancement efficiency and regulatory changes
• Develop and update Business Process Manuals (BPM) relating to the Finance Department according to ICFR and other internal control requirements (ISAE3402). To assist as coordinator of ICFR and ensuring BPMs and internal control matrices are in place
• Liaise with Compliance and Risk team to ensure completeness and validity of finance’s risk control matrices
• Interact with Group Internal and External Statutory Auditors on finance related audit matters and address any audit action points
• Develop/co-develop/advise finance related policies in collaboration with Group and AIAIM internal stakeholders including advising AIAIM fund vehicles to ensure policies are in compliance with AIAIM requirements
• Assist HOF in tracking and managing financial risks and contingencies for AIAIM

2) Group Financial, Statutory and Regulatory Reporting

• Lead and ensure group, statutory and regulatory reporting are prepared on a timely basis
• Lead the statutory year end and voluntary half year audits and manage the relationships with external auditors
• Prepare reports and presentations for board members, EXCO and regulatory bodies as required
• Recommend areas for enhancements and improvements for the current systems and processes to meet the challenges and needs of stakeholders and participate in projects for any development, design, and implementation of new processes, controls, and functionality changes to existing systems and processes

3) Capital Monitoring and Management

• Ensure treasury activities support by GFS is provided on a timely basis. Provide instructions to GFS for execution of treasury activities and perform final review on GFS outputs and be accountable for all the deliverables
• Assist HOF in daily cash forecasting, annual cash budgeting, determination of dividend amounts and the associated AAMP approvals including:-
• Manage time deposit placements or other short-term cash investments
• Manage FX conversions for operational requirements
• Execute cash transfers between bank accounts for funding arrangements
• Review annual cash flow budget
• Manage bank account opening, closing and signatory updates, including e-banking platforms
• Arrange approvals for and execute dividend remittances
• Assist HOF in preparing liquidity stress testing reports, if applicable

4) Business Continuity and Succession Planning

• Act as the departmental alternate BCP officer to ensure that related BCP drills pertaining to systems etc are performed accordingly and that relevant BCP documentation is updated
• Mentoring and coaching any assigned direct/indirect reports for smooth BAU continuation and eventual future career deliverables

Requirements

• University Degree in Accountancy or Internationally Recognized Accounting Qualification (ACCA, etc)
• 10 + Years finance functions including reporting and analysis in a multi-national Financial Institution, and/or accounting and auditing experiences in a big-size accounting firm
• 5 + years of supervisory or management experience
• Experience in asset management company and insurance industry is a must
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and principles as well as in the preparation of management, financial and regulatory reports and analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power Point and Word
• Knowledge of SAP Accounting System and Business Intelligence System and familiarity with using the systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to deal with local and group personnel at various levels
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines

Believe in better with AIA. If you work at AIA, you play an important part in this movement. Which is why we give you every opportunity to learn, grow and shape your career - your way!

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting and Closing:

• Manage the general ledger, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist in account closing.
• Support audits and regulatory financial data requests.
• Analyse financial trends and ensure accurate reporting.

Control and Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Implement strong financial controls and safeguard assets.

Tax Planning and Compliance:

• Prepare accurate tax returns and collaborate with tax advisors.

Ad Hoc Projects:

• Participate in special projects, such as system implementations or process improvements.
• Maintain and improve financial systems.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Accounting (minimum), with 2–3 years of experience (preferably in education or charity sectors).
• Strong grasp of financial regulations, accounting principles, and financial analysis.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and independent working abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Interested candidates, please send your updated resume to [email protected]

Commercial Finance Manager (FMCG)

Our client is a global leader in the energy drinks category and is expanding its presence in APAC with a growing office in Singapore.

Reporting into the APAC Finance Director based in Singapore your roles and responsibilities will be as below:

• Business partnering

o Work with sales and marketing teams to identify key market, customer and brand performance trends and develop plans to mitigate any risks.

o Provide ad hoc information, insights and support on performance as required

o Ensure trade and brand investments are planned and controlled in line with budget targets

o Collaborate with relevant stakeholders in generating, developing and executing significant new growth platforms

o Drive an ROI mindset and capability within the International business through:

 Aligning financial performance metrics to key initiatives to create an understanding of planned return

 Provide robust plan vs actual assessment to ensure actual ROI is understood

 Embed and drive “plan, do, review, learn” rhythms.

• Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

o Support the development and completion of the budget and monthly rolling forecasts, ensure submissions reflect most likely outcome.

o Ensure consistent and logical assumptions are used in the planning processes.

o Ensure all deadlines are met and tasks completed in a robust manner.

o Identify and drive plans to maximize opportunities and mitigate risks as they evolve through the year.

• Insights

o Perform market / brand / price analysis as required to identify risks and opportunities to strategy execution and against competitive set

o Develop and support sales with recommendations (portfolio, promotion, pricing) to address the risks and opportunities identified.

o Drive analyst and sharing of post promotional reviews.

• Reporting

o Complete all monthly closing and reporting requirements in an accurate, robust, practical and timely manner.

o Analysis of actual performance focusing on key performance drivers.

o Support governance and risk management processes across the international business unit

Key Challenges in Achieving Goal(s):

• Influencing multiple stakeholders in setting and implementing strategy

• Managing cross functional processes.

• Providing accurate information (actual, budget, forecast)) and timely commercial support within short deadlines.

• Driving an ROI mindset.

• Providing robust market and brand analysis with less than perfect data.

• Providing timely support and challenge on pricing and revenue management proposals, and act as gate keeper when required.

Key Decision Making in this Role:

• Provide commercial and financial expertise and insights to the sales and marketing teams and play a key role in the decision-making process.

• Management of investment expenditure (D&R, A&P), including ROI analysis and recommendations to improve spend effectiveness in the future.

• Identify and drive plans to maximize opportunities and mitigate risks as they evolve through the year.

• Support the delivery of Annual Budgeting and monthly rolling Forecast processes.

• Support strategic growth projects as required.

Experience:

• 8+ years of financial and commercial experience within a major FMCG company in a regional role with strong business partner aspects to your experiences.

Professional Qualities:

• A proactive and positive ‘can do’ attitude

• Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills

• Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills

• Strong time management skills, with ability to multi-task, and plan and project manage deliverables

Singapore Citizen or PR only!

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide timely and accurate financial information and analysis to support decision-making across the organization
• Perform financial planning and analysis work, including providing detailed variance analysis for monthly/quarterly reports, board papers, and other external reporting requirements
• Prepare cashflow projections, quarterly forecast and annual budget for area of accountability. Review and challenge operational plans by reviewing underlying drivers and assumptions made when preparing quarterly forecasts and annual budget
• Support the business teams in the evaluation of the potential investment / divestment and business operation considerations during acquisition / divestment process. Liaise with other finance functions to ensure that accounting and tax impacts are appropriately considered
• Liaise with JV partners on matters arising, such as dividend distributions, shareholder loans, other financial and operational matters
• Support the Platform Finance Business Partner Lead in the annual review and amendment of the Financial Authorisation Limits
• Review existing procedures and systems and identify opportunities in process improvement, system enhancement, automation and digitalization
• Support the consolidation of forecasts and budgets
• Supervise and review the segment consolidation and support in the preparation of financial and management reporting of the Group, in accordance with group accounting policies
• Such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably requested by your immediate supervisor / the head of department from time to time

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Degree/Diploma in Accounting or Business/Finance or equivalent
• Displays positive attitude, team player, meticulous and the ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines
• Able to work independently and possess good communication skills
• Conversant with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (International) and other regulatory compliance requirements of listed companies
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Knowledge of SAP S4 and BPC would be advantageous
• Must be able and willing to accept intra-department or inter-division transfers/job rotations, and henceforth changes in work scope and responsibilities

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 850 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs' lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The role holder will be responsible for Treasury function within MINDS, overseeing some Accounts Payable functions and supporting Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis in providing a reliable and responsive Financial Planning and Analysis function across the Organisation to facilitate effective decision making.The role holder will be responsible for the provision of timely, accurate, relevant management information to all levels of management and regularly reviewing this information. This will include provision of monthly reports, critical review and interpretation of results and value-add analysis.

Financial Planning and Forecast:

• Support Senior Manager FP&A in:
  • • budget planning, forecast and review exercise across MINDS, including annual budget & workplan and mid-year review
  • Ensure adequacy, timeliness and accuracy of periodic Management reports
  • Participate in business cases, review assumption and financial calculations for proposals
  • costing and development of pricing models

Accounts Payable:

• Oversee all corporate card reporting and reconciliation process
• Oversee all petty cash claims and reconciliation process
• Provide cover for payment processing

Treasury:

• Coordinate surplus fund management in accordance to investment mandate
• Prepare cash flow analysis and forecast to facilitate operations and maximise use of surplus fund
• Liaise with banks for banking mandate

Other duties:

• Preparation of resolutions and forms for banks
• Drive system and process improvement
• Ah-hoc verification works

Degree in accountancy, ACCA or equivalent.

• Singaporean or Singapore PR only
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Independent worker with a keen eye for details.
• Strong in Excel and Experience in Oracle NetSuite is advantageous.
• Chartered Accountant or equivalent is advantageous

• Global finance transformation role
• SAP FICO lead - S/4HANA implementation

About Our Client

We are a global leader and have been on exponential growth journey in the recent years with investments into new tech and diversification of core business. They have achieved record performance in past years and is now embarking on a series of digital transformation of which one key pillar of focus is in the finance processes and systems. They are now looking for a highly competent SAP Finance Process Lead to drive the successful implementation of SAP S/4Hana software and build the competencies of the process improvements and change management capabilities here.

Job Description

Reporting to the Global Finance Transformation Head, you will be overseeing the implementation and maintenance of SAP ERP system, processes and master data as part of the Group's globalisation and digitisation efforts. You will be the SAP FICO Global Process Owner for the S/4Hana implementation project collaborating with various cross-functional teams. You will partner with market finance leads in streamlining, standardising and harmonizing of proccesses across different regions. You will maintain the Group's blueprint of the global SAP FICO template and be the go-to person post go-live on any change requests and trainings. You will be proactive in driving continuous improvements/upgrades as well as integration of new businesses.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate should be Accounting & Finance Degree qualified with more than 6 years in managing SAP FICO projects and driving continues process improvement projects in Finance. Candidates from consultancy firm/in-house roles are open to apply. SAP S/4 Hana certification will be a great plus. You possess strong communication and stakeholders management abilities and influencing skills to work with senior management team as well as operational stakeholders.

What's on Offer

You will look forward to a rewarding career with a dynamic organisation with strong career development opportunities into heading up other functions of finance in future.

Contact

Jessly Chew (Lic No: R1549000 / EA No: 18S9099)

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Phone number

+65 6416 9869

Michael Page International Pte Ltd | Registration No. 199804751N

Title: Finance and HR officer

Location: Singapore

Reports to: Directors

Job Overview:

We are seeking a meticulous and organized Finance and HR officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide administrative support in finance and general HR operations, ensuring the efficient and smooth day-to-day functions of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance Duties:

Process and verify invoices, receipts, and payments.

Assist in preparing financial reports and statements.

Maintain and update financial records and ledgers.

Handle accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments.

Housekeeping of Directors offices

HR Duties:

Assist in the recruitment and onboarding process, including job posting, candidate screening, interviewing, and background checks.

Manage employee records, including contracts, leave applications, and attendance records.

Administer payroll, benefits, and compensation-related tasks accurately and timely.

Support employee relations by addressing employee queries and helping resolve HR-related issues.

Ensure compliance with Singapore employment laws and company policies.

Support performance management processes and training initiatives.

Assist with employee engagement activities to foster a positive workplace environment.

Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with professionalism.

Qualifications & Requirements:

ITE in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Familiarity with basic accounting principles and office administration procedures.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and sharing of documents on icloud and google drive.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Additional Information:

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM

• Position : Admin Executive (Heavy Administrative Work/Assist Finance Department)
• Location : Kaki Bukit
• Working hours : Monday - Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm
• Salary (commensurate with experience) : Up to $3200 + AWS + Performance Bonus + 14 Days Annual Leave (Increment Yearly up to 21 Days)
• Duration : Permanent
• Industry : Corporate Gift Supplier

Main Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare and submit invoices through various client payment portals.
• Actively monitor and chase overdue payments by following up with clients via phone calls, emails, and other communication channels.
• Ensure payments received are reconciled with outstanding invoices, updating internal systems accordingly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to facilitate smooth payment processes and resolve any payment-related issues.
• Work closely with the sales and account management teams to ensure credit limits and payment terms are adhered to.
• Proactively suggest improvements to invoicing and payment collection processes to enhance efficiency and reduce late payments.

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1+ years of relevant experience in receivables management, preferably in an SME environment.
• Proven ability to follow up on payments diligently and manage client relationships.
• Experience with online payment portals and invoicing systems is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin to converse with Mandarin speaking associates

Email to: [email protected] or call me at: 6398 5682 for more information.

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Diana Okta Tio

Deputy Consulting Director (APAC)

Reg no.: R2094678

EA No: 13C6684

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If you do not receive communication from us within this timeframe, it's likely that your application has not been shortlisted by our client. In such cases, we recommend that you continue your job search to maximize your opportunities. We wish you all the best and should we have any suitable roles that match your experiences/ qualifications/ preferences, we will reach out to you.

Scope:

• Process vendor invoices and payments
• Process staff expense claims and corporate card transactions
• Handle tax requirements relating to payments
• Handle billing and settlement of intercompany charges
• Review and reconcile temporary accounts
• Prepare vendor spend and staff reimbursement reports
• Handle monthly closing of Accounts Payable system
• Attend to common mailbox and staff queries
• Participate in implementing system functionalities and enhancements
• Participate in developing and maintaining policies and procedures
• Participate in project work including process improvement activities

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma/Degree in Banking/Finance/Accountancy
• Able to commit 6 months
• Team player
• Meticulous and detailed

If you meet the requirements of this role, please email a detailed resume in Word document to Chloe Tan Hui Lin. Email: [email protected]

Chloe Tan Hui Lin

CEI Registration No.: R1765524

Recruit Express Pte Ltd

EA99C4599

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[Order Number: 782770]

Our client plays a key role as the finance & treasury centre for their group companies under a Japanese-based MNC in the shipping/logistics industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in vessel financing, including drafting proposals, negotiating terms, gathering due diligence, and reviewing legal contracts.
• Prepare presentations and papers for internal decision-making and senior management or Board approvals.
• Support the implementation of hedging strategies to mitigate risks related to interest rates and foreign exchange.
• Help track and monitor covenants for secured credit facilities with affiliate companies.
• Participate in due diligence, investment evaluation, and M&A projects using valuation techniques to determine purchase prices.

Requirements

• Possess 1 to 3 years of ship financing/asset-backed financing experience preferably in a corporate banking environment or the shipping industry.
• Candidates with corporate finance experience coming from the consulting & advisory industry will be considered too.
• Minimally a Diploma in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting or the equivalent.
• Great proficiency in MS Office suite, specifically Excel.
• Candidates with M&A or Investment Banking exposure will have an added advantage.

Thank you for expressing interest in our opening. However, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Regardless, rest assured that all applications will be updated to our resume bank for future opportunities.

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EA Personnel Name: Yap Zia Xin

EA Personnel Reg. No.: R22109263

EA Licence No.: 07C5771

Position: LNG Company & Finance Management Senior Executive (Job ID: 19374)

Career Progression, Attractive Benefits: AWS + Variable Bonus (Up to 4 months), Hybrid, Medical Allowance

Company: Maritime MNC

Location: Central (5 minutes walk from MRT station)

Job Description:

• Daily Cash management
• Preparation & Review of Annual Budget
• Periodical reporting to company / Shareholders
• Cash Flow management and forecast
• Actual vs Budget analysis
• Creating Finance model
• Responsible for management of the loans from Banks (project finance)/Shareholders
• Dealing with Bank / Lenders.
• To ensure all necessary payments such as Opex, Management fee and Loan repayments are made in a timely manner
• Contractual requirement managements (TCP, Facility agreement, Shareholders Agreement, Management Agreement etc)
• Invoicing
• Correspondence with other stakeholders
• Company secretary matters (Resolutions, registrations and maintenance of corporate documents etc.)
• Preparing for Shareholders meeting
• Flag country matter
• Review work practices and procedures for better operational efficiency
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned by the superior and Management

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Business, Economics, Law, Account or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in Commercial, SPC (Special Purpose company) management, accounting and/or financing.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player with positive working attitude
• Meticulous and Good time management skill
• Proficient in use of MS office applications
• Able to work independently
• Experience in shipping industry is beneficial
• Experience in management of project finance is beneficial.

Interested applicants please send your resume to Jing Ling with email subject header "Job Application for LNG Company & Finance Management Senior Executive (Job ID: 19374)".

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Pasona Singapore Pte Ltd
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Email: [email protected]

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Detail & Remuneration:

• Location: Kranji
• Salary: Up to $6,800, with AWS and Variable Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and inventory accounting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly management reports for the Group and all entities to ensure comprehensive financial oversight.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, collections, and vendor payments, including monthly vendor reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely processing of all transactions.
• Oversee daily banking activities to support smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, including preparation and submission of GST and other statutory filings.
• Coordinate and manage internal and statutory audits, working with external auditors to ensure a timely and efficient audit process.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, providing guidance, training, and support to enhance team skills and performance.
• Identify and recommend areas for process improvement within finance and accounting functions.

Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; a professional accounting certification is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a financial control role, preferably within the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction industry.
• Experience supervising a team about 2 to 3 members is ideal.
• Strong knowledge of local accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Interested candidates please apply online or send your latest CV to [email protected]

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AlwaysHired Pte Ltd

Reg No: R1549345

EA: 24C2293

Roles & Responsibilities

As part of a finance team who contributes to the ongoing effectiveness and efficiency of the new Real Estate development project, you will conduct the financial management, budget and cost control and forcasting of project development sector within the Group.

Responsibilities:

1.Establish project company’s financial management regulation, develop job responsibilities/scopes and related SOP

2. Daily bookkeeping and ensure accuracy and filing of files in a timely manner

3. Complete the financial statement and annual audit work

4. Manage consolidation and preparation of monthly and quarterly management reports, budgets and forecasts, cost control

5. Establish a financial analysis procedure and model, and report financial status to management regularly

6. Manage statutory filings including financial statements and tax

7. Prepare project capital plan and ensure proper cash flow and allocation of funds, as well as managing capital risks

8. Assist in cost analysis of investment and financing projects, and cooperate with the formulation of investment and financing plans

9. Other adhoc tasks assigned

Requirements:

1. Degree or professional qualification in Accountancy; CFA, ACCA, CPA and other qualifications are preferred

2. At least 3 years working experience in financial management of Real Estate development projects in Singapore, familiar with financing, taxation, cost control and other related to Real Estate development business

3. Familiar with Singapore's financial policies, corporate financial regulations, and procedures, and proficient in relevant financial and tax laws and regulations

4. Strong capabilities in capital management, cost control, risk control and financial analysis

5. Good organization, coordination, communication skills and teamwork spirit, have a strong sense of responsibility

Mon to Sat; Based in HQ

Responsibilities:

Accounting & Reporting (30%):

• Supporting the day to day general ledger accounting and reconciliation, financial reporting and analysis – Using QuickBooks (or Xero)
• Support in all monthly, quarterly and annual close activities which include analyzing accounts, journal entries (and/or amending them), performing account reconciliations, and preparing reports and financial documents
• GST-Filing: Collate all the necessary documentation and reports, ensure approval by Company Directors and submit to Head of Finance

Finance (40%):

• Organise the planning and forecasting process to build a complete picture of our P&L
• Develop dashboards and projectors using QuickBooks
• Provide support on costings for project proposals to clients
• Handle company payments as required, including creators involved in Crowdsourcing
• Invoice and accounts payable: Issue invoices to clients as per project schedule. Ensure on time payment from clients. Ensure payment on time to suppliers, as per our commitments and cash flow position
• Track time sheets of whole team to analyse/report profitability on a project by project basis

Overall Team Support (30%):

• Prepare Director’s claim on monthly basis
• Record and keep track of employees’ leave benefits
• Ensure time sheets are submitted on weekly basis
• Provide support with Expenses for the team
• Administrative support (travel, venues materials, external participants etc)
• Any other ad-hoc admin duties as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Demonstration of key finance competencies and qualifications, ideally with 2 or more years of experience
• Strong FP&A and controllership background
• As the Finance Spark, one needs to be a self-starter and proactive person
• Willing to learn quickly, not afraid to speak up (or have a POV), want to make a difference
• Ability and tact to work across very different cultures (form Europe to Asia)
• Familiar with Quickbooks, Xero and Microsoft Office suite (Excel in particular) and digitally savvy
• Ability to effectively interact with external stakeholders including advisors, clients, banks, and regulatory bodies such as ACRA and IRAS
• Strong analytical skills, and knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
• Ability to work independently, proactive, motivated
• Meticulously detailed
• Working hours: 5 Days a Week, Regular Working Hours

Location: 10 Raeburn Park, Singapore 088702

· Creating and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and ensuring accuracy of financial information.

· Ensure monthly bank reconciliations are done properly.

· Co ordinate with the banks for LC / Trade finance related queries.

· Assist in trade finance matters such as Letter of Credit (“LC”) issuance, LC negotiation etc.

· Fund Flow and Cash flow management ensuring optimum deployment.

· Coordinate with relationship managers for banking and trade related queries.

· Liaise with banks to follow up on TT payments and receipts.

· Draft corporate tax computation quarterly and annually

· Prepare and submit quarterly GST and withholding tax to IRAS.

· Manage receivable and payables from customers and suppliers.

· Budgets Vs Actual Comparison and Analysis.

· Preparation of MIS relating to sales, consumption, debtors, creditors, Inventory and any other KPI may be required from time to time.

· Statutory compliances including but not limited to taxes, Audits.

· Analysis of expenditure proposals including capex and marketing expenses.

· General admin duties and other ad-hoc duties as and when assigned.

The Singapore International Foundation is a non-profit organisation founded in 1991. We aim to build a better world through shared ideas, skills and experiences, so as to uplift lives and create greater understanding between Singaporeans and world communities.

The Strategic Operations Division is responsible for corporate planning, communications & engagement, financial governance, human resource and office management, and IT support. The Finance, Governance and Planning Department of the Strategic Operations Division of SIF is responsible for strategic planning, budget management and corporate governance. The Finance team oversees our financial accounts and fosters good corporate governance and stewardship through adherence to the industry’s best practices and statutory requirements and works with our Divisions to deliver optimal budget planning and utilisation.

We invite candidates who share our vision to make friends for a better world to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Handle full spectrum of accounts payable.
• Verify accounting documents to ensure compliance with company policies and approved budgets.
• Maintain and update accounting system and records.
• Assist in preparing annual audit and accounting system upgrades.
• Liaise with auditors, bankers and other professional advisors.
• Act as a Finance Partner to handle various staff queries.
• Lead/Assist in streamlining processes in the Finance department.
• Support other ad-hoc Finance department matters as required.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting with 3 – 5 years of relevant experience.
• Good knowledge of accounts payable processes and best practices.
• Meticulous with an eye for details.
• Pro-active team player.
• High sense of integrity with good communication/interpersonal skills and a good command of English.
• Effective time management skills, independent and meticulous, with good ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of public sector financial policies and procedures would be an advantage.
• Singaporean.

Interested candidates are invited to send in your applications online or via email to [email protected] with your resume, stating your current and expected salary.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Overview

• Lead and manage finance transformation
• Solid financial background and experience in driving and executing transformation projects

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Design and implement a comprehensive finance transformation strategy aligned with organizational objectives to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Process Optimization: Streamline financial operations by identifying and introducing process improvements to enhance accuracy and reduce cycle times.
• Process Enhancement: Utilize financial technologies, such as RPA, to optimize finance processes and reporting capabilities.
• Change Management: Manage organizational change related to finance transformation efforts, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and fostering seamless integration.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with various departments to align finance transformation initiatives with broader business strategies, promoting synergy and cohesion.
• Data Analysis: Leverage data insights to guide decision-making and identify opportunities to enhance finance operations.
• Performance Management: Define and monitor KPIs and metrics to assess the effectiveness and impact of finance transformation efforts.
• Project Management: Contribute to the Working Committee for the implementation of the new Dealers Management System (DMS) across all entities and brands.
• Ad-hoc Tasks: Undertake additional projects or tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree in Accountancy or Finance, with minimum 5 years of relevant working experience
• Possess CPA/CA/ACCA certificate is good to have
• Possess good project management skills and attention to details
• Successfully leading the whole finance transformation projects
• Good knowledge in financial processes, systems and technologies
• Good analytical, maturity, communication, independent, and collaboration

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now'

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us [email protected] / +65 6645 4545 for a confidential discussion on your career.

License No: 11C3510 / EA Reg ID: R1658237

Snapshot of Your Role

You will champion best financial practices as it relates to analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and spend for all aspects of the Food at our client unit.

To support our growth, we’re looking for an experienced and talented Head of Finance for Asia Pacific to join our Regional team in Singapore. The prospect will have the opportunity to immerse in real-world accounting and financial practices, and develop a deep understanding of financial processes that contribute directly to the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting and operations.

Responsibilities of the Role

Working closely with the Regional Finance Director APAC as well as the other Regional and Country Leadership Team members, you will have overall responsibility for the accounting, finance, reporting, compliance and governance activities for the region (Singapore, India, Japan, Australia, Hong Kong & New Zealand)

● Financial Planning

○ Supporting the yearly Budgeting process, Annual Planning, Forecasting, CAPEX and OPEX Cost projections ensuring appropriate assumptions are applied

○ Conducting regular rolling forecasts to understand projected spend against budget

● Financial Reporting

○ Ensuring accurate and timely reporting to multiple stakeholders. This would include reviewing financial data prior to submission

○ Supporting the financial presentations during monthly reviews

● Invoicing

○ Ensuring that invoices are raised and submitted on time and in accordance with the Scope of Work meeting submission deadlines to ensure timely payment

○ Verifying accuracy or revenue and spend in preparation prior to submission of invoices

● Risk Management

○ Identifying and escalating in a timely manner risks that could impact achieving the financial targets

○ Regularly reviewing changes to the business, assessing possible outcomes and putting in place measures to ensure any financial risk is mitigated

● Financial Analysis

○ Conducting in-depth financial analysis on a regular basis to provide meaningful insights during internal and external reviews.

○ Understanding what is driving differences between actuals vs forecast, deep diving where required and taking appropriate corrective actions / measures if required

● Compliance and Governance

○ Driving a culture of strong controls and good business practises

○ Ensure all accounting practises are in line with accounting standards

○ Reviewing and / or developing policies as part of continuously improving governance and compliance within the business

● Coaching & Mentoring

○ Supporting a diverse team of finance managers to work together with a view of becoming a high performing team where the strengths of the team members can be leveraged across the region

● Relationship Management

○ Building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

○ Comfortable working in a highly matrix organisation

● Year End Reporting, KPIs, Audits

○ Leading the Year End reporting process ensuring timely submission of documents (Internal Audit Statement, Balance Sheet Provision Balances etc)

○ Working with the teams to be prepared for KPI reviews during the course of the financial year

○ Supporting countries during the audit process by reviewing financial data prior to submission, attending calls with the auditors and ensuring any corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner

● Ad-hoc Projects

○ Supporting the teams on specific projects as and when required

Experience & Expertise:

● A Bachelors or Master degree in Accounting / Finance

● CPA, ACCA, CA qualifications

● Strong technical knowledge of accounting and financial principles and complex transactions

● Must have strong financial modelling skills

● Knowledge in SAP, ARIBA, Anaplan would be preferred

● At least 10 years of work experience in a managerial capacity having some years of experience working in a Multinational company,

● Audit (Big 4) experience would be an added advantage as would exposure to working with remote teams / regional teams

● Critical thinking and analytical skills;

● Excellent written, communication and presentation skills

● Organised and able to prioritise and multi-task;

● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience in using G-Suite of products would be an advantage

● A self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

The Person

We are looking for a dynamic individual who has a mature disposition with strong financial and accounting experience. A problem solver who can digest complex information and is comfortable working in a fast paced environment having to work on multiple projects / deadlines at the same time. Excellent communication skills is a key requirement to the success of this role. You will be required to travel for this role on a regular basis.

Health and Safety Responsibilities:

✔ Adhere to Compass Singapore HSE systems and procedures

✔ Follow all Emergency Response plans on site

✔ Follow procedures for identifying, assessing and controlling hazards and risks

✔ Adhere to and maintain food handling standards and food safety plan at all times