Finance Manager

We are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager to oversee and manage the company's financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, taxation, cash flow, and compliance. You will collaborate with the existing Account Executive, who has a strong understanding of internal processes and currently handles accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP). As the company grows, you will assess workload distribution and implement effective financial strategies to enhance efficiency and ensure seamless financial management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee full finance operations, including Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Cash Flow Management, General Ledger (GL), Management Reporting, Taxation, and Financial Analysis.
• Ensure data accuracy in the accounting system across general ledger, bank reconciliations, fixed assets, and inventories.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports for submission to senior management, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
• Monitor and manage cash flow and liquidity, ensuring sufficient funds for operational needs and investment activities.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial policies, and local/international accounting standards, including coordination with external tax agents.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
• Enhance internal financial controls and risk management to safeguard company assets and ensure proper governance.
• Lead financial audits and tax filings, liaising with auditors, tax consultants, company secretaries, and financial institutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, admin, and HR, to ensure alignment in financial reporting and business operations.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing financial insights for strategic decision-making.
• Oversee banking transactions and treasury functions, ensuring timely processing of fund transfers, reconciliations, and account management.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation to streamline financial reporting and operational workflows.
• Support corporate finance initiatives, including product investment, private equity investments, and IPO preparation where applicable.
• Take ownership of additional accounting functions and assignments as required by management.
• Any ad-hoc tasks from management as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree holder in accounting and/or finance or professional qualifications.
• At least 7 years of working experience including 2+ years of management experience in a similar capacity within a shared services set-up, preferably in a commercial retail background.
• Meticulous, analytical and a high degree of agility.
• Proactive in resolving matters, while being able to manage time effectively.
• Highly committed and able to work independently.
• Stakeholder influencing; strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment are essential.
• Knowledge in AutoCount System will be an added advantage.