Assistant Finance Manager [Accounting & FP&A]

AGENCY FOR THE NEXT GEN

We are all about the next generation. Next generation of consumers. Next generation of platforms. Next generation of content. Next generation of brands.

That's what gets us up every day. Working with brands to be at the forefront of the next generation. To create relevant and industry-defining work. Whether it's to better align on the brand's business challenges, understand the people they need to reach, tell the stories they've always wanted to tell or to identify the best direction to get there - when brands work with us, they get a team who knows that if we don't rethink everything, we change nothing.

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What We Do

We may be a creative agency but we are most certainly not in the business of advertising. We are in the business of understanding the human psyche.

We obsess over the psychology of our audience - what people are into, their pain-points and motivations, what makes them tick - we take all of that and we bring you and your brand to wherever people are - physically, virtually and emotionally.

That has allowed us to transcend conventional channels to be able to take care of a full spectrum of services for a holistic audience experience.

• Integrated Marketing
• Products and Platforms
• Social and Content
• Branding
• UI/UX
• Experiential
• Data & Technology

Culture

Working at DSTNCT means joining a group of people who are passionate about doing great work. Work that challenges the status quo. Work that inspires new ways of thinking. Work that makes people's lives just a tad bit easier.

It's a code that we live by. A way of life. Don't believe us Talk to us and we will show you a preview of our Culture Code to see what we mean.

There are a few things that make us all tick. Being open and taking chances. Taking pride in your work. Doing the right thing. Working as a team. Being resourceful and solving problems. We've always believed that you're the average of the 5 people you surround yourself with. It's time to ask yourself: What kind of people do you want to be around with

Your Role

We are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager [Accounting & FP&A] to play a pivotal hybrid role across both financial control and business performance support. This role goes beyond core accounting operations and is designed for someone who can not only ensure strong financial hygiene but also generate insights, support planning, and help management make better decisions.

As one of the key roles within the finance team, this individual will serve as a bridge between accurate accounting execution and commercially meaningful financial analysis, helping the company strengthen both its reporting foundation and its forward-looking finance capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

. Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing, financial reporting, and management commentaries proactively highlight risks, issues, and opportunities, and recommend actions to Management

. Prepare and close monthly and annual financial statements, including balance sheet, cash flow statement, and profit and loss statement

. Oversee core accounting processes and tasks, including AP, AR, GL, account reconciliations, accruals, and other ledger-related activities

. Coordinate and liaise with internal stakeholders to support intercompany transactions and reconciliations

. Support cash flow forecasting, working capital tracking, and variance analysis against budget and prior periods by cost centre, function, and business drivers

. Assist in preparing management reports, dashboards, and performance analysis to support business reviews and decision-making

. Analyse financial and operating trends, identify key drivers behind variances, and translate financial data into actionable business insights

. Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc FP&A activities in partnership with Management and business stakeholders

. Coordinate and liaise with external parties such as auditors, banks, tax agents, corporate secretarial agents, finance advisors, and relevant government authorities

. Support and ensure compliance with all statutory and internal finance filing requirements, including GST, corporate income tax, AIS, CPF, and related submissions

. Assist with the implementation and improvement of finance processes, controls, systems, and reporting tools

. Prepare and process supplier payments accurately and on time

. Support month-end payroll preparation and processing

. Contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes by identifying inefficiencies, strengthening controls, and improving the quality and usefulness of reporting

Requirements

. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline CPA, ACCA, CA Singapore, or equivalent professional qualification preferred

. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or a hybrid accounting/analytical role

. Strong foundation in financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, compliance, and accounting operations

. Audit experience will be an advantage, especially for candidates with strong financial discipline and controls orientation

. Experience in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, or FP&A support will be highly valued

. Systems implementation experience, including finance process improvement or reporting automation, will be a plus

. Able to work independently, take ownership, and operate proactively in a dynamic environment

. Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret numbers, identify trends, and communicate insights clearly to non-finance stakeholders

. Organized, meticulous, and highly accurate, with strong attention to detail

. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

. Able to multitask, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

. Good business partnering, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

. Possess a strong bias for action, curiosity to learn, and willingness to step beyond traditional accounting boundaries

. Able to handle sensitive and confidential information with honesty and integrity

. Strong team player who is willing to support teammates and collaborate across functions

. Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel familiarity with PowerPoint and financial presentation of insights will be an advantage

. Self-starter with the ability to plan, organise, and take initiative independently

. Can-do attitude, driven, and passionate about building a stronger finance function

. Familiar with bookkeeping/accounting software such as QuickBooks, CPF submission system, IRAS filing system, and HR/payroll systems such as Whyze HR software

DSTNCT reserves the right to modify this job description by giving written notice to you.