Position Overview: The General Manager (Finance and Accounting) will lead the financial and accounting operations, serving as a key strategic advisor to ensure financial health and business growth. This role requires effective collaboration with the Japan headquarters to align financial strategies and operations with the global vision of the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership and Advisory: Serve as a primary financial advisor to the Board, CEO, and senior management team, providing insights on financial performance, risks, and strategic opportunities. Collaborate with Japan headquarters to ensure alignment with global financial strategies and objectives.
- Financial Management and Operations: Oversee the finance and accounting functions, including financial planning and analysis, cash flow management, treasury, tax, and finance operations. Ensure adherence to Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (FRS) and changes therein.
- Business Growth and Support: Drive business growth through involvement in capital financing, mergers and acquisitions, and providing accounting and tax support for new investments and business initiatives in coordination with group companies and Japan headquarters.
- Compliance and Efficiency: Ensure operations (AP/AR, GL, monthly closings) comply with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, and tax rules (e.g., GST, VAT, WHT, CIT) in Singapore. Improve operational efficiency through effective communication and respecting the opinions of team members.
- Audit and Reporting: Manage timely and accurate financial reporting to both OGS management and Japan headquarters. Ensure proper audit responses in compliance with local regulations and in cooperation with international teams, including Manila.
- Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, promoting a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and compliance. Initiate and spearhead internal initiatives to enhance staff competencies in finance and accounting.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years in a managerial role, preferably in the energy, machinery, or chemical sectors.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance Management, or related field. A Master’s in Business Administration, MSc in Finance or Accounting preferred.
- Proficiency in English required; proficiency in Japanese preferred to facilitate effective communication with Japan headquarters.
- Strong understanding of Financial Reporting, Accounting Standards, Financial Management, and Taxation Laws, with the ability to navigate the complexities of Singapore's financial regulations.
- Advanced skills in problem-solving, sense-making, learning agility, collaboration, and communication.
Professional Development and Ethical Standards:
- Commitment to professional and business ethics at the highest level.
- Continuous learning and adaptation to new financial and tax regulations, standards, and best practices.
Working Conditions:
- Fast-paced environment with the necessity to manage short turnaround times for ad-hoc projects.
- Handling large volumes of data and adapting to changes in Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (FRS).
This role requires a forward-thinking leader who can seamlessly integrate the finance and accounting functions within our Singapore operations while ensuring strong alignment with our Japan headquarters. The General Manager (Finance and Accounting) will play a crucial role in driving our organization’s financial strategy and growth in the dynamic Asia market.
