Finance Manager Regional
Job Summary
The Finance Manager for Southeast Asia will oversee financial management, reporting, and internal controls for operations in Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. The role involves consolidating financial data, ensuring compliance with local and international standards, and managing financial audits. Additionally, the candidate will lead and develop the regional finance team to drive performance and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Oversee regional financial operations
- Consolidate financial reports
- Manage audit and compliance
- Lead and mentor finance team
Required Skills
- 5+ years finance experience
- Regional tax/financial knowledge
- English and Chinese fluency
- Accounting software proficiency
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Management
- Oversee overall financial management for Southeast Asia operations, including Singapore headquarters.
- Work closely with local finance/accounting teams in Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
- Establish and improve financial policies, procedures, and internal control systems.
- Standardize finance templates, reporting formats, and closing procedures across all entities.
2. Financial Reporting
- Consolidate the financial data of the Southeast Asian entities.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in a timely manner.
- Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards.
3. Audit & Compliance
- Coordinate financial audits for the Group and Southeast Asia entities, including annual external audits, internal audits, and special audits.
- Ensure financial processes and operations comply with local regulations and group policies.
- Monitor and improve internal control systems to identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.
- Support management in strengthening compliance management and risk control initiatives.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and relevant regulatory authorities.
4. Team Management
- Build, lead, and develop the finance team.
- Coach team members to improve performance and efficiency.
Requirements
1. Education
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
2. Experience
- Minimum 5 years of relevant finance experience in Singapore.
- Regional experience in Southeast Asia is preferred.
- Experience in logistics or shipping industry is a plus.
3. Professional Qualifications (Preferred)
- Professional certifications are a plus, including but not limited to: ACCA, CPA, CA Singapore / ISCA, CMA.
4. Skills
- Strong knowledge of Singapore and Southeast Asia financial and tax regulations.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Proficient in financial systems and MS Office tools.
- Fluent in both English and Chinese (working proficiency required).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.