Assistant/Finance Manager

Job Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting - Independently manage the full finance and accounting functions of Management Corporation Strata Title (MCST) and company accounts, including review of work performed by team members. - Handle full sets of accounts from source documents to financial statements, covering Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Fixed Assets. - Perform monthly and year-end closing, including preparation of management accounts, supporting schedules, intercompany reconciliations, and variance analysis. - Prepare timely and accurate financial and management reports for group consolidation and management review. - Group Reporting for US (Must be strong in IFRS and consolidation) Statutory & Compliance - Prepare and submit statutory filings, including GST returns, Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI), and corporate income tax computations. - Maintain proper accounting records and documentation in compliance with the Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act (BMSMA), Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS/FRS), and other relevant regulations. - Prepare audit schedules and support internal and external audits, including coordination for audited financial statements. Stakeholder & External Liaison - Liaise independently with external auditors, tax agents, banks, vendors, regulatory authorities, and council members. - Act as the key finance point of contact for MCST-related financial matters. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow - Assist in budget preparation and monitoring for managed properties. - Conduct financial forecasting and variance analysis. - Monitor cash flow and manage payments, collections, and banking matters to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Operations & Coordination - Monitor and coordinate with on-site administrative staff on invoice submissions and supporting documentation. - Serve as the liaison between the finance department and operations managers to ensure timely and accurate financial processing. Management Support - Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reports to support management decision-making. - Undertake other finance-related duties as assigned by management. Job Requirements Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline. - Professional qualification such as Chartered Accountant (CA), ACCA, or CPA is an added advantage. Experience - Minimum 5 years of relevant finance/accounting experience. - Candidates applying for the Finance Manager position must have at least 2 years of supervisory experience. - Prior experience handling full sets of accounts, preferably in property management, real estate, or MCST environments. Technical Knowledge - Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. - Good working knowledge of: Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act (BMSMA), Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS/FRS), GST and corporate taxation in Singapore. Skills & Competencies - Proven experience liaising directly with auditors, tax agents, and external stakeholders. - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Meticulous, responsible, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. - Confident, independent, and able to work under pressure.