Senior Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Lead the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with SFRS/IFRS.

• Ensure compliance with all statutory reporting, tax filing, and regulatory requirements in Singapore and other jurisdictions as the group expands.

• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and corporate secretarial service providers.

Management & Performance Reporting

• Prepare consolidated management reports, including variance analysis, KPIs tracking, and commentary on financial performance against budget and forecast.

• Develop and maintain financial dashboards to support operational decision-making by the CFO and other business leaders.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly rolling forecasts in collaboration with department heads.

• Monitor actual performance against budget, identify risks and opportunities, and propose corrective actions.

Post-Acquisition Integration

• Support the finance integration of acquired companies, particularly those in China, ensuring alignment of accounting policies, ERP systems, and internal controls.

• Work closely with the local finance teams in China to harmonize reporting standards and streamline consolidation.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Enhance and document internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.

• Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, leveraging technology to automate and scale.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor cash flow, treasury activities, and working capital to optimize liquidity and support operational needs.

• Assist in managing banking relationships and financing arrangements.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and mentor a small finance team (e.g., accountants, analysts) in Singapore.

• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous learning.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent is strongly preferred.

• Experience:

• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.

• Prior experience in manufacturing, MedTech, CDMO, or life sciences industries is highly desirable.

• Experience working in a private equity-backed company or exposure to M&A/post-acquisition integration is a strong plus.

• Familiarity with cross-border operations (especially China-Singapore) is advantageous.

• Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of SFRS/IFRS and Singapore tax regulations.

• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel.

• Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

• High integrity and attention to detail.

• Language: Fluency in English is required Mandarin proficiency is a plus to facilitate communication with Chinese counterparts.