Total 2 purchasing lead job vacancies in D08 Little India

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Oversee Accounts staff in administering the overall financial functions and ensuring timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Present findings, financial performance, and recommendations to senior management.

2. Strategic Financial Planning and Advisory

• Participate in financial planning and provide strategic advice to the Managing Director on financial-related matters.
• Collaborate with department heads to align financial planning with company objectives and drive profitability.

3. Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead the budgeting and financial forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and targets.
• Work closely with relevant departments to monitor budget adherence and control costs.

4. Financial Control, Tax, and Compliance

• Handle all corporate tax and GST matters, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations.
• Maintain and enforce finance policies, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Supervise Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, ensuring accurate invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.

5, Cash Flow and Credit Management

• Manage cash flow requirements, oversee credit control, and optimize working capital.
• Monitor bank balances, manage payments, and coordinate with banks on financing and foreign exchange as required.

6. Financial Operations and Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements to improve financial efficiency, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
• Leverage financial technologies to streamline processes and support faster reporting.

7. Team Leadership and Collaboration

• Supervise junior finance staff, providing mentorship and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Work closely with other departments (e.g., Sales, Operations) to align financial processes and support cross-functional objectives.

8. Ad-hoc Financial Support

• Provide financial analysis for ad-hoc projects and business decisions as required by management.
• Participate in strategic initiatives by providing financial perspectives and data-driven insights.

Requirements:

• Education: Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or a related discipline; professional certifications such as CPA/CA are preferred but not required.
• Min 5 years of relevant experience in finance, specifically within the retail sector.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and retail-specific financial controls.
• Proven ability to handle full-spectrum accounting, including AP, AR, and financial reconciliation.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex financial data and deliver insights.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, with a proactive approach to identifying and solving financial issues.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, balancing hands-on responsibilities with team leadership.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin is preferred, given the need to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

As regional finance controller, you will lead financial management efforts across corporate accounting, regulatory reporting, and budget preparation for designated entities. Your analytical insights as a finance business partner will be instrumental in driving profitability and shaping strategic growth in collaboration with business stakeholders.

Accounting Operations:

• Oversee all accounting functions, including billing, accounts receivable/payable, general ledger, and cash flow management.

Reporting:

• Prepare and present accurate financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, driving the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and present the annual budgets, financial forecast and variance analysis.

Financial Leadership:

• Develop and execute financial and accounting strategies to enhance performance and competitiveness.

Strategic Collaboration & Business Partnering:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and improve financial performance across assigned entities.
• Serve as a primary contact for financial matters, providing exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior management to formulate growth strategies.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and maintain robust internal controls.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and reviews.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness within our finance team.
• Leverage technology and automation to streamline financial operations and reporting.

Team Development & Management:

• Promote the development of the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Who We Are Looking For

You are a qualified accounting professional with min 5 years of relevant experience, including a strong background in accounting and analysis. You possess advanced Excel skills for complex financial modelling, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a critical, detail-oriented mindset. You have strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration, along with proficiency in MS Office and accounting softwares which would set you up to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment while maintaining high integrity and professionalism.

Ideal Profile

• A qualified member of an accountancy body or holder of an equivalent qualification.
• Min 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably with accounting expertise.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to create complex financial models.
• Experience in a regional context is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• A critical thinker with attention to detail, reliability, and focus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams.
• Capable of multitasking and thriving in a dynamic environment.
• Hands-on, independent, yet a team player.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.