What is the role
This Senior Finance Executive role reports directly to the Singapore Regional Headquarters (RHQ) in supporting Singapore's business operations. The successful candidate will manage the full billing lifecycle, ensuring financial accuracy and efficiency across media billings. The position requires strong collaboration with remote teams to maintain seamless financial processes and reporting.
What are the responsibilities
- Oversee the complete lifecycle of media project billing and client invoicing, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at each stage.
- Ensure media plans and cost estimates are signed-off promptly, and client purchase orders are obtained prior to commencing work and billings.
- Reconcile and review Work-in-Progress (WIP) accounts regularly to ensure timely billing and recovery of costs.
- Collaborate with business teams in regular meetings to monitor media costs, address billing queries or disputes, and keep media plans updated.
- Ensure the timely and accurate issuance of client invoices and follow up on outstanding payments to ensure prompt receipt.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, including balance sheet schedules, accompanied by detailed commentaries.
- Ensure adherence to audit requirements, both statutory and client-specific, and maintain compliance with internal control measures.
- Participate in and coordinate statutory, internal, and client audit processes in collaboration with the commercial team.
- Identify areas for process improvement, particularly within billing and reconciliation workflows, to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance.
- Manage high volumes of transactions with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Work comfortably with remote teams, maintaining effective coordination and alignment across multiple teams.
How will you fit the bill
- Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or related field a degree or equivalent qualifications will be an advantage.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential experience with ERP/financial systems is preferred.
- Strong analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to manage high-volume transactions efficiently while maintaining accuracy.
- Experience in a media agency is an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional and remote teams.
- This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and seek to grow within a fast-paced, media-driven organization.
