Senior Finance Manager

Senior Finance Manager (Construction & Civil Engineering)

Salary: $5000 to $8000 SGD per month

Location: Singapore (Woodlands)

Working hours: Mondays to Fridays (Office hours, fully onsite)

Restrictions: Singaporeans or Singapore PR candidates preferred

Job Summary

• Our client is an established civil engineering contractor in Singapore specialising in underground utility infrastructure. They are seeking a hands-on Senior Finance Manager to lead the finance and accounting function and support the business as it undertakes larger and more complex projects.
• Reporting to the Managing Director and Board, you will oversee financial reporting, project accounting, cash flow, compliance and team development. This role offers the opportunity to strengthen financial processes and advise management on project profitability, funding and business growth.

Job Scope

• Oversee the full finance and accounting function, including full-set accounts, month-end and year-end closing, statutory financial statements and management reporting.
• Prepare company and project financial reports, providing clear analysis of margins, budget variances, cost trends and financial risks.
• Ensure appropriate accounting for contract revenue, contract assets and liabilities, leases, fixed assets, accruals and provisions in accordance with applicable Singapore Financial Reporting Standards.
• Work closely with Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to maintain accurate job costing, review project budgets and monitor costs to completion.
• Oversee progress claims, invoicing, collections and retention monies, while tracking variation orders, back-charges and potential contractual deductions.
• Review subcontractor and supplier claims and coordinate with project teams to meet contractual payment and response deadlines.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital, including a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast and longer-term funding requirements.
• Maintain banking relationships and oversee credit facilities, trade financing, performance bonds, banker's guarantees and related financial obligations.
• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting, and support tender pricing, equipment investment and new business opportunities through financial analysis.
• Coordinate external audits, corporate tax and GST submissions, statutory filings and financial documentation for contractor registration and tender qualification.
• Oversee payroll accuracy and statutory payments, including CPF, foreign worker levies and related employment costs.
• Strengthen internal controls, finance policies and approval processes, and improve accounting systems, reporting tools and workflow automation.
• Lead and develop the finance and accounts team, ensuring clear responsibilities, accurate work and timely delivery.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy, or a related degree supported by a recognised professional accounting qualification.
• Professional accounting qualification such as CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW or equivalent.
• At least 8 to 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial role leading a team.
• Experience coordinating external audits and managing Singapore corporate tax and GST compliance.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, M&E or other project-based businesses is strongly preferred, particularly in job costing, contract revenue recognition, progress claims and retention accounting.
• Strong cash flow forecasting and working capital management capabilities. Experience managing banking facilities and performance guarantees is advantageous.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in accounting or ERP systems. Experience implementing system improvements or automating finance processes is an advantage.
• Experience overseeing payroll for a sizeable workforce, including foreign worker levies and work-pass costs, is preferred.
• Strong analytical ability, sound judgement and high integrity, with the ability to explain financial matters clearly to management and operational teams.
• Comfortable working in a lean SME environment, balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with team leadership and commercial advice.
• Prior experience with a Big Four or mid-tier audit firm, particularly involving construction or engineering clients, is an advantage.