Finance Assistant Manager
Job Summary
We are looking for a highly capable and hands-on Assistant Manager – Finance & Accounting to support the finance leadership team in managing financial reporting, compliance, taxation, and business analysis activities. The ideal candidate should possess strong audit experience, excellent analytical capabilities, and advanced technical skills in financial systems and reporting tools. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate financial insights with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Oversee compliance with Singapore tax regulations
- Strengthen internal controls and finance processes
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5–7 years of relevant experience including audit
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI
- Strong understanding of Singapore financial regulations
Job Details
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
- Minimum 5–7 years of relevant working experience, including prior experience in an audit firm.
- Candidates must currently hold or have previously held at least an Assistant Manager position.
- Strong understanding of Singapore financial regulations, international and Singapore tax requirements.
- Proven experience in designing and preparing financial reporting packages for management and stakeholders.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and internal controls.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, dashboards, and financial modelling.
- Good working knowledge of Power BI and other Microsoft Office applications.
- High level of computer literacy and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems would be an added advantage.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management reporting packages.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial closing activities.
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes.
- Oversee compliance with Singapore tax regulations, including GST and corporate tax matters.
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory authorities.
- Strengthen internal controls and improve finance processes and reporting efficiency.
- Develop dashboards and automation tools using Excel and Power BI to support business decision-making.
- Support finance transformation and system improvement initiatives.
- Assist Finance Director in strategic finance and operational matters.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in multinational or regional business environments.
- Strong attention to detail with a proactive working attitude.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.