Core Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (40%)

• Prepare costs centre reporting for actuals against budget and LEs (latest estimates) for Singapore and the Group
• Analyse variances against budget and LEs
• Participate in quarterly discussions with budget owners in reviewing cost centre spends against budgets.
• Participate in the development and management of the annual budgeting process.
• Business partnering with assigned departments to provide financial/strategic insights for management

Accounting (30%)

• Oversee finance operations including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and reconciliations for the Singapore market.
• Supervise and ensure the completion of timely and accurate closing activities for companies within the Group.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting for Group consolidated results
• Prepare Annual Reports
• Lead financial audits for SG and the group
• Ensure tax compliance for Singapore: Review GST submissions and prepare corporate tax computation
• Maintain ownership and accountability for accuracy, timeliness, effectiveness and efficiency of financial reporting and processes related to Controllership

Treasury (20%)

• Assist to manage existing and create new banking relationships
• Operational support in managing financing activities for Singapore
• Provide support in streamlining processes to effectively monitor and forecast cash flows
• Prepare Group and BU level cash flows
• Maximise interest income from excess cash through fixed deposit placements

Others (10%)

• Participate in finance and cross-finance improvement initiatives and partner with Stakeholders for implementation. Identify opportunities for improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years relevant working experience
• Good knowledge of Singapore's corporate taxes & GST, statutory requirements and accounting principles
• Hands-on experience with consolidation is required
• Chartered Accountant or equivalent certification is required
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Googlsheet is required
• Experience with rolling up annual budgets and doing financial analysis is required.
• Big four external audit experience is preferred.
• Experience in treasury operations will be desirable
• Knowledge in Microsoft NAV / Dynamics 365 Business Central or other ERPs is an advantage
• Experience in the FMCG industry will be desirable