Senior Finance Manager
Job Summary
The Senior Finance Manager will oversee the full spectrum of financial management for a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), including financial reporting, consolidation, tax, budgeting, FP&A, compliance, and financing. This position collaborates with senior leadership, board committees, auditors, trustees, and operational teams to drive fund-raising and strategic financial initiatives. Candidates are required to have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance along with extensive experience in REITs or real estate investment and management.
Responsibilities
- Manage financial reporting and compliance
- Lead financial planning and treasury operations
- Oversee corporate tax and governance
- Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize performance
Required Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- CA/CPA/ACCA qualification preferred
- Experience with REITs or real estate
- Knowledge of SGX rules and MAS guidelines
Job Details
JOB OVERVIEW
The Senior Finance Manager will oversee the full spectrum of financial management for a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), including financial reporting, consolidation, tax, budgeting, FP&A, compliance, and financing. This position collaborates with senior leadership, board committees, auditors, trustees, and operational teams to drive fund-raising and strategic financial initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, consolidated accounts, and management variance analysis.
- Prepare statutory financial statements, accounting papers, and SGX public announcements (Quarterly Updates, Half-Year, Annual Reports).
- Ensure compliance with SGX, MAS regulations, internal controls, and accounting standards.
- Lead external audit processes and liaise with auditors, tax agents, and trustees.
Financial Planning & Treasury
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-term financial planning, and scenario modeling to evaluate debt facilities, refinancing, and capital management.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, loan covenants, and liquidity needs; assist in capital raising and bank relations.
Tax & Governance
- Manage corporate tax, GST submissions, IRAS compliance, Interested Party Transactions (IPTs), and Trustee requirements.
- Enhance internal controls, governance, and automated financial workflows.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Provide financial insights to operations, leasing, asset management, and shared services to optimize business performance.
REQUIREMENTS
- Education & Certification: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent. Professional qualification (CA/CPA/ACCA) is preferred.
- Experience: Extensive finance, accounting, or audit background, with significant exposure to REITs or real estate investment/management.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of REIT regulations, SGX listing rules, and MAS guidelines. Proficiency in financial reporting, consolidation, modeling, and tax compliance.
- Soft Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior executives and board members; strong leadership and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment.