Job Responsibilities:
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensure all financial reports are accurate
• Conduct financial analysis and performance evaluations of properties, including profitability, occupancy rates, lease renewals, and return on investment; Provide recommendations to optimize property financial performance
• Strengthening current internal controls, compliance and process improvements
• Coordinate with auditors on statutory audits
• Monitor respective bank loan covenants compliance
• Oversee the accounts payable and receivable functions for properties, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, rent receipts, and vendor payments
• Conduct periodic reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies in conjunction with the third party property managers
• Collaborate with property managers and stakeholders to develop annual operating budgets and cash flow forecasts
• Monitor budget performance and provide insightful analysis on quarterly and annual variances to relevant stakeholders
• Prepare quarterly fund requests based on cash flow forecasts
• Work closely with tax agent(s) and ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations, including filing and payments for GST, Property Tax, Corporate Income Tax, etc.
• Review lease agreements, ensure proper recording of lease transactions, and calculate rent escalations and common area maintenance charges
Job Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience for Assistant Finance Manager in property management accounting or real estate accounting, preferably in real estate private equity, REIT or other real estate investment companies, with auditing and commercial experience
• Strong knowledge of IFRS
• Knowledge of Singapore tax law and regulations, GST and property tax assessments is an asset
• Excellent communication skills