Assistant Finance Manager with a global fund management firm
- 5 - 10 years of experience in accounting with some prior audit experience.
- Exposure to fund management/ REITS/ asset management or a financial service firm is preferred, but this is not a must
- Familiarity with NetSuite and Concur would be a plus (but not a must)
Our client is a global PE firm backed by a blue-chip and international investment firm. The company's global HQ is in Singapore with operations in Europe and the US. The role is based in town (and the company allows for a 1-day WFH arrangement).
The Role - Assistant Finance Manager
Will be an integral part of the Finance Team and work closely with key stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes for the Fund Management entities. This is a hands-on AFM role reporting to an experienced Finance Manager.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all accounting and tax functions relating to the Fund Management entities (both Singapore and overseas).
- Record all accounting transactions and prepare financial reports related to budgets and actuals for management and board.
- Process payments and claims, administer bank accounts, monitor liquidity and cash flow.
- Work with tax agents/advisors to ensure local tax filings are met. This includes, and not limited to VAT / GST filings, tax incentive applications, annual declarations, corporate income tax filings, etc.
- Liaising with external auditors to resolve accounting issues and coordinate audit process.
- Assist with shareholder reporting for e.g. review consolidation workings (ie. consolidation journal entries, cash flows etc), update reporting package in Hyperion.
- Liaise with the external corporate secretary for resolutions and filings.
- Support the Finance Manager in building up operating policies and procedures, including digitalisation of workflows, etc.
- Work closely with the Executive Assistant to ensure accurate and timely validation of billings for related office spend for e.g. IT Managed Service Provider, corporate mobile, purchase of hardware and software, etc.
- Any other ad-hoc projects as assigned from time to time.
Experience and Qualifications
- A CP/CPA/ACCA qualified professional with a Bachelor degree in accounting
- 5 - 10 years of experience in accounting covering month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, tax and audit etc.
- Exposure in the financial services (including fund management, investments, etc) sector is highly preferred but this is not a must
- Prior audit experience preferred (but this is not a must)
- Familiarity with NetSuite and Concur would be a plus (but not a must)
- Able to work independently and collaborate within a team, hands-on and resourceful, thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Highly self-motivated self-starter
- High level of integrity with a diligent work ethic
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Has strong written and oral communication skills
- Able to thrive in a newly created setup which is dynamic, collaborative and fast-paced
- Very hands-on and willing to do a preparer role
- Has a positive work attitude
Selling pts:
- A global AFM role with global exposure to operations in NY and Europe
- The company is reputable and backed by a renowned/prestigious investment firm. The company offers good perks and an attractive variable bonus for a good performer
- The firm allows WFH for 1 day a week
To apply, pl send your cv in word doc. Pl also include details on your current salary, expected salary and notice period in your cv.
We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Posted by:
CAP Consulting (EA license: 14C7175)
Caroline Poh (EA Registration: R1105649)
Date ad is posted -29 Sept 2025
