Job Overview:
We are seeking a Finance Manager with a strong financial and analytical background to oversee the full spectrum of finance functions for our F&B manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will play a key role in financial planning, cost control, analysis, and decision support to drive business performance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee full set of accounts, including AP, AR, GL, and month-end/year-end closing
- Prepare timely and accurate monthly management reports, financial statements, and analysis
- Ensure compliance with Singapore accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements
Financial Analysis & Business Partnering
- Conduct detailed financial analysis on costs, margins, pricing, and profitability
- Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, food costs, inventory valuation, and wastage
- Provide insights and recommendations to management to support strategic and operational decisions
- Perform variance analysis against budget and forecast, and explain key movements
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting exercises
- Track performance against budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management
Cost Control & Process Improvement
- Implement and strengthen internal controls and financial processes
- Work closely with operations, procurement, and production teams to improve cost efficiency
- Review inventory management, stock controls, and production costing
Audit, Tax & Compliance
- Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and relevant authorities
- Prepare audit schedules and support annual audit and tax filings
- Ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements
Requirements:
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline (CPA, ACCA, CA preferred)
- Minimum 58 years of relevant finance experience, preferably in F&B manufacturing, FMCG, or related industries
- Strong financial analysis, costing, and reporting skills
- Solid understanding of manufacturing cost structures and inventory accounting
- Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
- Strong Excel and financial modelling skills; experience with accounting/ERP systems is an advantage
- Good communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
