Regional Finance Manager (Singapore)

Morgan Philips has been engaged on a retained basis by our client who is a well-regarded private construction and trading firm to identify a Finance ManagerBudget: up to SGD 12k / month. The RoleThis is a hands-on, high-visibility position for a finance professional who can operate with a high degree of autonomy. You will own the preparation of monthly management reporting and Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) financial statements for both the Singapore HQ and the wider consolidated group, while acting as a trusted finance partner to regional and HQ leadership. The role suits someone self-directed and driven to build out reporting infrastructure across a multi-entity, multi-currency environment, with genuine scope to shape how the finance function operates as the group grows.Key ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of accounting activity ensuring accuracy of the general ledger, journal entries, and closing cyclesDrive the month-end and quarter-end close independently, holding reporting deadlines firmReview key reconciliations spanning balance sheet, intercompany, cash, and loan positionsCoordinate directly with outsourced accountants and local finance contacts across jurisdictionsMaintain a clean audit trail and proactively identify opportunities to improve the system setupDeliver monthly management reporting packages independently, to a high standard of accuracy and on timeConvert local financial data into a consistent SFRS-based group reporting formatEnsure comparability of financial data across the group's various entitiesManage inputs from local teams and asset managers, chasing and resolving gaps proactivelyAlign closely with the Singapore HQ finance team on reporting standards and timelinesUse Prophix as the core platform for reporting, budgeting, and consolidation submissionsLead the quarterly consolidation of group financials, end to endConsolidate multiple legal entities and international branches accurately and on scheduleManage intercompany eliminations, including loans, interest, management fees, and intra-group transactionsValidate reporting packages submitted by entities ahead of consolidationApply correct foreign currency translation in line with group methodologyPost and document consolidation adjustments, including SFRS alignment, reclassifications, and accrualsKeep the group consolidation structure current as entities, ownership stakes, or scope evolveReconcile consolidated equity, reserves, and intercompany balancesContribute to the preparation of consolidated financial statements and disclosuresChampion ongoing improvements to consolidation processes, controls, and automationAct as a genuine finance business partner to regional management and HQ, not just a reporter of numbersChallenge financial data submitted by local teams and service providers where neededConduct analytical review of revenue, operating costs, and capexTrack core KPIs such as DSO, DIO, DPO, yield, and IRROwn the budgeting and forecasting cycle within ProphixProduce variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior periods, with clear commercial narrativePresent financial results and insights confidently to regional and HQ managementBring forward analysis on group-level performance and financial position, proactively rather than on requestContinuously push for improvements in reporting quality and transparencyEnsure annual financial statements meet Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS) requirementsTranslate local accounting treatments into SFRS-aligned adjustments, working closely with the Singapore HQ teamBuild and maintain strong command of group accounting policyEnsure accounting rules are applied consistently across all entitiesPrepare technical accounting memos as neededTrack developments in SFRS and IRAS guidance, assessing the impact on group reportingEnsure compliance with Singapore tax regulations including corporate income tax, GST, and withholding tax as well as requirements in other local jurisdictions, in coordination with the Singapore HQ Tax TeamCoordinate preparation and review of corporate income tax filings, GST, and withholding taxes across jurisdictionsLiaise with external tax advisors both locally in Singapore and across the regionMonitor tax positions, deferred taxes, and risks, with particular attention to IRAS requirements and Singapore's regulatory environmentSupport the rollout of tax-efficient structures aligned with group strategy, alongside the Singapore HQ Tax TeamMaintain proper documentation for transfer pricing and intercompany transactionsStay current on evolving tax legislation and regulatory changes affecting investments in Singapore and the broader regionWhat We're Looking ForA self-starter who is comfortable operating independently across entities, with minimal day-to-day supervisionAmbitious and growth-minded, motivated to take ownership of the finance function as the group scalesStrong technical grounding in accounting, consolidation, and group reporting within a multi-entity structureSolid familiarity with Singapore tax regulations and the broader regulatory landscape (IRAS requirements, GST, corporate compliance)Working knowledge of SFRS, or the ability to quickly build fluency in itConfident communicator, able to business-partner with regional and HQ stakeholders alikeComfortable working across cultures and jurisdictions within a regional operating structureWhy ApplyThis is an opportunity to take real ownership of a critical finance role within a growing international group, with direct exposure to senior leadership at both regional and HQ level. For an ambitious, independent-minded finance professional, it offers genuine scope to influence how the finance function is built and run as the business continues to expand.