Assistant Finance Manager

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-14 Singapore Permanent Accounting

Company shared salary

NA

Market rate

S$5,500–S$10,000/mo (S$66,000–S$120,000/yr)

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

Responsibilities

  • Review and enhance internal control systems and procedures to safeguard company assets
  • Analyze monthly financial and weekly cash reports to manage cash flow, foreign exchange risk, and debtor accounts
  • Prepare annual management plans, forecasts, and ad hoc reports for Group HQ requirements
  • Support operating unit heads in evaluating capital expenditure proposals and project assessments
  • Authorize payments, approve accounting documents, and act as joint cheque signatory
  • Manage external audits ensuring compliance with Financial Reporting Standards (FRS) and oversee internal audits
  • Oversee corporate and GST tax compliance activities
  • Ensure accurate accounting and disclosure of property, plant, and equipment including annual depreciation charges in financial statements
  • Monitor internal control compliance with policies and procedures, conducting process reviews and risk assessments
  • Evaluate control effectiveness and recommend improvements based on risk monitoring and issue identification
  • Ensure procurement compliance in accordance with Government Procurement Policy Agreement (GPPA)
  • Conduct new sales tender costing checks and assess overall project risks and requirements
  • Perform balance sheet and open purchase order reviews to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Streamline vendor and customer master data creation processes to enhance operational efficiency
  • Lead the D365 ERP project as part of the JDE 9.2 implementation team
  • Introduce and implement new work methods to improve efficiency and productivity
  • Lead new initiatives to drive business improvements and operational excellence
  • Preferred competencies and qualifications
  • Membership in professional accounting certifications such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or ACCA is preferred
  • Knowledge of management reporting, credit control, costing, and gap analysis

Requirements

  • Possess at least 5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience in a similar role
  • A recognized degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field