Assistant Manager Finance

Role OverviewThe Assistant Finance Manager oversees full spectrum financial activities for Singapore and supports finance management for Japan.In this role, you will lead financial reporting, FP&A, tax, statutory compliance, audit coordination, and treasury, while partnering closely with regional business leaders to drive growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities1. Financial Accounting & ReportingOversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for Singapore and Japan.Ensure accurate, timely preparation of financial statements and management reports in compliance with IFRS/SFRS and local statutory standards.Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and financial schedules.2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) & Business PartneringSupport annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.Prepare management reporting packages, variance analyses, and key financial metric trackings (revenue, gross margins, cash flow).Act as a business partner to country and commercial leads by delivering actionable financial modeling, pricing evaluation, and profitability insights.3. Tax, Compliance & Company SecretarialManage corporate income tax, GST/VAT, withholding tax, and statutory filings for Singapore and Japan alongside external advisors.Coordinate with external corporate secretarial and legal partners to maintain statutory registers, board resolutions, and corporate governance records.4. Audit, Controls & Treasury ManagementAct as the key liaison for external and internal auditors; establish and maintain robust internal control frameworks.Monitor cash flow, working capital, payment runs, banking relationships, and foreign exchange exposure.5. Team Leadership & Process ImprovementMentor and guide junior finance staff and analysts.Drive ongoing enhancements in finance workflows, policies, and reporting automation.Key DeliverablesMonthly/quarterly financial close and management reporting packages.Annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and cash flow projections.Timely tax and statutory filings across Singapore & Japan.Audit schedules and clean internal control reviews.Key Requirements & QualificationsExperience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial accounting, FP&A, or regional finance management.Education & Professional Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent. CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is highly preferred.Technical Knowledge: Strong command of IFRS/SFRS, statutory tax requirements (Singapore; exposure to Japan tax laws is a plus), and financial modeling.Regional/Multinational Exposure: Prior experience handling multi-currency environments or regional oversight (Singapore & Japan/APAC) is strongly preferred.Systems: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Netsuite) and advanced Excel.Soft Skills: Excellent analytical capabilities, proactive business partnering skills, clear stakeholder communication, and leadership potential.