Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance ManagerReports To: CFOLocation: Singapore CBD AreaKey ResponsibilitiesBusiness Partnering & FP&AOwn annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, and drive retail performance reviews — GMROI, inventory turnover, store P&L.Build financial models and ROI analysis for new store rollouts and expansion projects.Analyze market dynamics and supply-chain cost drivers to shape pricing and commercial decisions.Business-Facing Communication & InfluenceAct as the finance voice for the overseas business — turn numbers into clear commercial recommendations for the leadership team.Lead regular business reviews and performance conversations with cross-border teams in English and Mandarin.Partner with marketing, operations, and store teams to align financial and business priorities.Risk, Controls & 0→1 BuildEstablish and strengthen internal controls and SOX compliance; support internal and external audits.Manage foreign-exchange risk and develop hedging strategies.Build finance policies, procedures, and systems from the ground up — the part that will be most yours to shape.Drive automation and ERP improvements (Netsuite or SAP preferred) as the business grows.Accounting & Reporting (Shared with Other In-House Finance Staff)Support month-end and year-end close, ensuring accurate and timely booking under US GAAP and our accounting policies.Review financial statements, general ledger reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the wider finance team.Oversee AR health — collections and customer reconciliations — together with the accounting team.QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.3+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally in retail, FMCG, or consumer goods, with a focus on FP&A or business partnering.Strong FP&A and analytical capabilities — budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.Excellent business-facing communication — comfortable presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders.Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese (required for effective collaboration with cross-border teams and stakeholders).Singapore Permanent Resident or Citizen (MUST).Experience supporting finance for other countries or international markets — a strong plus for this rolePreferredActive CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification.Advanced analytics capabilities (Power BI, SQL, or similar).Proven experience supporting a finance function from 0 to 1—e.g., setting up accounting processes, implementing controls, or transitioning to new systems.Solution-oriented mindset with a track record of driving process improvements.