Job description
The Manager/Senior Manager – Finance & Operations plays a pivotal role in driving financial and operational excellence across the APAC region. This position involves collaborating with headquarters and country finance teams to provide expert financial and tax advice, ensure compliance with corporate strategies, and maximize value creation.
Financial Strategy & Planning
Drive long-term financial planning aligned with business strategy.
Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives and investments.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Perform variance analysis and report key performance indicators (KPIs).
Present financial insights to senior leadership and recommend improvements.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals.
Collaborate with department heads to ensure financial alignment across teams.
Build a high-performance culture focused on accuracy, efficiency, and strategic impact.
Risk Management & Compliance
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions.
Identify financial and operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Treasury
Monitor and analyze cash flow positions and ensure timely forecasts.
Develop strategies to maximize cash returns and manage financial risks.
Collaborate with business development and legal teams for compliance and opportunity pipelines.
Accounting & Operations
Lead group consolidation and prepare consolidated financial statements.
Support ERP implementation and participate in M&A activities, including due diligence.
Oversee daily Finance & Accounting operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company standards and compliance regulations.
Tax
Provide tax advisory, manage transfer pricing compliance, and optimize tax positions.
Evaluate tax implications for M&A activities and secure available tax incentives.
Others
Support ad hoc requests from the company and headquarters, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification.
CPA, ACCA, or CFA certification preferred.
Over 10 years of experience in corporate finance, including at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial management.
Experience in multinational corporations or fast-paced industries preferred. Experience in manufacturing is highly preferred.
Strong command of financial systems (e.g. SAP, Hyperion or similar).
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelling.
Familiarity with IFRS, GAAP, and local tax laws.
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Willing to travel as this is a Regional Role.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature, and level, of the work performed by this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.
We invite interested candidates to write-in with CV and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a discussion.
Lee Shiow Chyn
EA12C6130
R1112042
hr@hpspartners.com.sg