Assistant Manager, Corporate Finance

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join our Corporate Finance team. You will play a key supporting role in the execution of strategic and transactional initiatives, including M&A, investments, capital planning, and valuation workstreams. This individual will be responsible for building financial models, preparing senior management presentation materials, and conducting market and company analyses to support informed business decisions. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Investment Analysis:

• Support analysis of capital investment proposals and new business initiatives.
• Assist in translating business strategies into long-range financial implications.

Market Intelligence & Benchmarking:

• Conduct peer analysis, industry trends, and market research to support strategy formulation and valuation assumptions.
• Monitor relevant economic indicators and update internal insights as needed.

Business Partnering:

• Strong business partnering with Logistics and local entities finance managers.

Support Management Reporting & Presentation Preparation

• Prepare and enhance presentation materials, dashboards, and summary reports for senior management.
• Participate in internal meetings as needed to gain exposure and provide analytical support.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with teams such as Treasury, BCD, Tax, Legal, and Business Units to gather relevant inputs and ensure alignment across workstreams.
• Track progress on investment approvals and coordinate required documentation.

Financial Modeling and Valuation

• Build and maintain robust financial models (at entities level) for cash flow forecasting, scenario analysis, and investment return calculations.
• Conduct valuation analysis using DCF, comparable company, and precedent transaction methodologies.
• Maintain and update valuation benchmarks and inputs in line with business or market changes.

M&A and Transaction Support

• Assist in the execution of M&A, joint ventures, and divestiture initiatives across the full deal lifecycle.
• Support due diligence processes through coordination of data collection and stakeholder inputs.
• Contribute to internal investment memos, business case write-ups, and transaction documentation.

Process Improvement & Tool Development

• Contribute to the enhancement of financial templates, data collection processes, and modelling standards used across the team.

MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. A Master's degree would be a plus.
• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, investment banking, transaction advisory or related field, subject to a technical assessment.
• Prior experience to M&A, investment analysis preferred.

WE VALUE:

• Effective collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Contribution to process enhancements or standardization initiatives.
• High attention to detail with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A team player with positive working attitude, good communication and effective collaboration across departments.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Application Process:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience to .

Foreign candidates will be subject to the validity of approved work passes to work in Singapore.

About Us

Incorporated in 1967, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is ranked 12th among the world's top container shipping lines and is also the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, PIL is a global carrier with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania, and the Pacific Islands.

Together with its affiliated companies Mariana Express Lines (MELL) and Malaysia Shipping Corporation, PIL serves customers at over 500 locations in more than 90 countries worldwide with a fleet of 100 container and multi-purpose vessels.

Apart from the core liner shipping business, PIL also has several other business units such as container manufacturing, depot, and logistics services.

PIL strives to meet the needs of its customers by providing value-adding services such as intermodal, breakbulk, and reefer services delivered on innovative technological platforms. With its focus on Driving Connectivity and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050, PIL aims to be an efficient, sustainable, and future-ready shipping line.

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Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.